Senior Residential Child Care Worker

North East Combined Authority; Cramlington; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Discounts at council venues

Family-friendly policy

Job summary

Northumberland County Council’s Coanwood Children’s Home in Cramlington is seeking a Senior Support Worker. You will support four young people aged 6–17, contributing to their emotional, social and educational development and ensuring high-quality care within a 37-hour weekly pattern.

The role requires a Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child Care and a willingness to undertake required training, including DBS enhanced disclosure. Salary is band 6 with enhancements for unsociable hours.

Qualifications

• Must have Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child Care.
• Good general education.
• Ability to work shifts including early, late and sleep-in.

Responsibilities

• Support four young people aged 6–17 to meet their emotional, social and educational needs.
• Work under managers to ensure high-quality, safe care.
• Provide personal attention, reflection and specialist help.

Education

Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child Care

Job description

Northumberland County Council’s Coanwood Children’s Home in Cramlington is seeking a Senior Support Worker. You will support four young people aged 6–17, contributing to their emotional, social and educational development and ensuring high-quality care within a 37-hour weekly pattern.

The role requires a Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child Care and a willingness to undertake required training, including DBS enhanced disclosure. Salary is band 6 with enhancements for unsociable hours.