Residential Childcare Worker Days Full Time

TN United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in residential childcare is looking for a dedicated Residential Childcare Worker to join their team. In this fulfilling role, you will work directly with young people, providing support for their complex needs and promoting positive relationships. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with a team to meet social, emotional, and educational needs, as well as writing reports and liaising with parents and partner agencies. With a commitment to high-quality care, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people. If you have a passion for helping others and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Fully Paid Induction Programme

Competitive Rates of Pay

Free PVG Check

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Understanding of developmental needs and milestones of young people.
• Experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with various complex needs related to their life experiences.
• Write review reports, risk assessments, and contribute to care plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Understanding of Developmental Needs

Experience with Children and Families

Report Writing

Education

HNC in Social Care

SVQ Level 3 in Care

Job description

Residential Childcare Worker - Days, Full Time, Balfron

Location: Balfron, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e7f4f636c4f7

Job Views: 9

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description

We are seeking a Residential Childcare Worker for full-time day shifts. A full UK manual driving licence is required.

About us

Spark of Genius is one of Scotland’s largest residential childcare providers. For over 25 years, we have delivered high-quality care to young people in need. As part of the UK-wide CareTech family, we are committed to meeting each child's individual needs.

In your new role

You will be part of a dedicated team working directly with young people, supporting them with various complex needs related to their life experiences and childhood adversity.

Responsibilities

• Work positively, respectfully, and empowering with young people to promote good relationships and achievements.
• Collaborate with a team to meet social, emotional, educational, and mental health needs.
• Encourage participation of young people in domestic tasks to develop self-care skills.
• Write review reports, risk assessments, and contribute to care plans.
• Liaise with parents and partner agencies to ensure the best interests of the young people are maintained.

What we look for

• Understanding of developmental needs and milestones of young people.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with young people, parents, and professionals.
• Ability to produce clear reports and verbally communicate effectively.
• Calm and objective in challenging situations, with the ability to challenge individuals where necessary.
• HNC in Social Care, SVQ Level 3 in Care, or equivalent qualification, or willingness to undertake these qualifications.

Benefits

• *£1000 Recommend A Friend Bonus!
• Fully Paid induction programme
• Competitive rates of pay
• Free PVG check (cost covered by CareTech)
• Pension scheme

All Residential Childcare Workers must undergo a PVG check by Disclosure Scotland and attain membership before starting. Applications are used solely for recruitment purposes within Spark of Genius and CareTech. *Conditions apply.