Residential Children's Worker - Trauma-Informed Care

Derbyshire County Council; Buxton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Induction and ongoing training

Travel expenses

Free parking

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council’s Spring Cottage seeks a Residential Children’s Worker to provide 24‑hour care, foster strong, trusting relationships with children and young people, and support education, routines and emotional wellbeing. You will join a small team, working a shift rota including day, sleep-in and weekends.

We value resilience, empathy, and a team‑oriented approach; training and DBS checks are provided to succeed in a challenging but rewarding role within a supportive council

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or willingness to complete; equivalent qualifications considered.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Create a safe, homely, and structured environment.
• Support children with education, routines, activities, and emotional wellbeing.
• Remain calm, consistent, and compassionate in challenging situations.
• Work in line with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Complete accurate recording and care documentation.
• Collaborate with schools, social workers, health professionals and partner agencies.
• Attend team meetings, handovers, training and reflective practice.

Skills

Resilient

Empathetic

Team player

Organised

Calm under pressure

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)

Job description

Derbyshire County Council’s Spring Cottage seeks a Residential Children’s Worker to provide 24‑hour care, foster strong, trusting relationships with children and young people, and support education, routines and emotional wellbeing. You will join a small team, working a shift rota including day, sleep-in and weekends.

We value resilience, empathy, and a team‑oriented approach; training and DBS checks are provided to succeed in a challenging but rewarding role within a supportive council