Therapeutic Care Worker – Greenfields House, Tenterden, Kent

Childhood First; Ashford; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in children's care seeks a dedicated Therapeutic Care Worker for their residential home. This role offers the unique opportunity to grow into a qualified child psychotherapist while working with young children. You'll be part of a committed team, providing care, treatment, and education to help children aged 5 to 13 reach their full potential. With a strong focus on safeguarding and well-being, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Enjoy generous benefits, including 40 days of annual leave and employer pension contributions, while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

40 days’ annual leave

Up to 6% employer pension contribution

Health benefit and life assurance

Opportunity for psychotherapist qualification

Qualifications

• Experience working with children therapeutically or in a residential setting is desirable.
• Support and training available for suitable candidates without experience.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Developing safe, supportive, and nurturing relationships with children.

Skills

Therapeutic Work with Children

Safeguarding

Team Collaboration

Education

Psychotherapy Training

Child Development Studies

Job description

Therapeutic Care Worker – Greenfields House, Tenterden, Kent

Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Kent
Communities:
Greenfields House - Kent
Salary: £33,750 per annum
Closing Date: Ongoing

Benefits we can offer are:

• 40 days’ annual leave,
• Upto 6% employer pension contribution,
• Health benefit and life assurance.
• The unique opportunity to become a qualified child psychotherapist whilst working in children’s home.

Greenfields House is a specialist residential children’s home providing a programme of care, treatment and education for up to 10 children aged between 5 to 13 years.

Childhood First is a teaching organisation; we encourage and facilitate learning of our team by offering opportunities to undertake further psychotherapeutic and management training, leading to a range of academic and professional qualifications.

Experience of working with children therapeutically or in a residential setting is desirable however, we are able to support and train suitable candidates without experience. The role entails safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and young people to develop to their full potential. This is accomplished through working as part of a team to develop safe, supportive and nurturing relationships with children and working with external stakeholders/partners to meet the overall needs of the children placed at the home.

Childhood First is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines and all appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and references.No Recruitment Agencies, we only work with our approved PSL.