Trauma-Informed Residential Care Worker

Caretech; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay

Training opportunities

Wellbeing support

Annual leave & pension

Job summary

Caretech in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to support children aged 11–18 who have experienced trauma and exploitation. You will work in a therapeutic residential home, building trusting relationships and coordinating with social workers, therapists, and education providers.

The role requires resilience, strong communication, and a commitment to safeguarding. We offer induction, trauma-informed training, progression opportunities, and paid annual leave, with

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable children or young people in residential care, education, youth work, or similar.
• Sound safeguarding and child protection understanding.
• Emotional resilience and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and proactive attitude to hours and responsibilities.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and emotional support to children aged 11–18.
• Build trusting, therapeutic relationships using trauma-informed approaches.
• Manage challenging behaviours with empathy and consistency.
• Support educational, social, and recreational activities.
• Administer medication per care plans and keep records.
• Collaborate with social workers, therapists, and safeguarding teams.
• Contribute to care planning and attend reviews.
• Participate in shift rota, including sleep-ins and weekends.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable children

Trauma-informed care

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Patience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Caretech in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to support children aged 11–18 who have experienced trauma and exploitation. You will work in a therapeutic residential home, building trusting relationships and coordinating with social workers, therapists, and education providers.

The role requires resilience, strong communication, and a commitment to safeguarding. We offer induction, trauma-informed training, progression opportunities, and paid annual leave, with