Therapeutic Care Worker – Oakwood House, Tenterden, Kent

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Therapeutic Care Worker for a specialist residential children’s home in Kent. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with young individuals aged 11 to 16, providing care and support while promoting their welfare. The position includes extensive training opportunities, including the chance to become a qualified child psychotherapist. With a commitment to safeguarding and nurturing, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Enjoy generous annual leave and additional benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

40 days’ annual leave

Up to 6% employer pension contribution

Health benefit and life assurance

Relocation package considered

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Therapeutic work with children

Team collaboration

Safeguarding children

Education

Relevant qualifications in childcare or psychology

Job description

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Therapeutic Care Worker – Oakwood House, Tenterden, Kent

Client: Childhood First

Location: Kent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Therapeutic Care Worker – Oakwood House, Tenterden, Kent

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Kent

Communities: Oakwood House - Kent

Salary: £33,750 per annum

Closing Date: Ongoing

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

Oakwood House is a specialist residential children’s home providing care, treatment, and education for up to 4 children aged 11 to 16 years.

Childhood First is a teaching organization; we support our team’s learning through opportunities for further psychotherapeutic and management training, leading to various academic and professional qualifications.

Experience working with children therapeutically or in a residential setting is desirable but not essential, as we support and train suitable candidates without experience. The role involves safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, working as part of a team to develop safe, supportive, and nurturing relationships, and collaborating with external stakeholders to meet the children’s needs.

Childhood First is committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references.

No Recruitment Agencies, we only work with our approved PSL.

Documents: Information pack, Guidance notes for making an application

Additional Benefits: Relocation package considered, 45 working hours per week plus sleep-in duties.