Residential Childcare Worker – Training, Sleep-In Pay & Growth

Senploy; Pontefract, Wakefield, Eggborough, Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training to Level 3 Diploma / 4th

Employee discounts at 740+ retailers

Refer-a-Friend £500 bonus

Holiday pay and meals on shift

Polaris Community member

Job summary

Dove Adolescent Services is recruiting Residential Childcare Support Workers across Yorkshire to support young people aged 8-18 with personalised care, structure and meaningful experiences. We offer comprehensive training to gain Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or Level 4 Apprenticeship and provide a supportive environment within a trusted children’s services group.

You will safeguard wellbeing, build positive relationships, and help young people grow independence while joining a flexible rota that

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to support and engage with young people.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays, and sleep‑in shifts.
• Prior experience in care is welcome but not essential - we'll train you!

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and support the wellbeing of young people
• Build positive, trusting relationships
• Encourage their interests, development, and independence
• Take part in activities and help create a warm, inclusive home environment
• Complete sleep‑in duties as part of a flexible rota

Skills

Empathy with young people

Team collaboration

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Dove Adolescent Services is recruiting Residential Childcare Support Workers across Yorkshire to support young people aged 8-18 with personalised care, structure and meaningful experiences. We offer comprehensive training to gain Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or Level 4 Apprenticeship and provide a supportive environment within a trusted children’s services group.

You will safeguard wellbeing, build positive relationships, and help young people grow independence while joining a flexible rota that