Trauma-Informed Residential Care Worker (Ages 8–18)

Belmont Recruitment; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A private organisation providing residential care is seeking an experienced Children's Home Care Worker to support young people aged 8 to 18 with complex needs. The role involves building professional relationships, promoting independence, and ensuring emotional wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have experience with children in care, understanding of safeguarding procedures, and a calm, professional approach. This position offers shifts including sleep-ins and waking nights, aiming to create a stable environment for young individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in residential care.
• Confident working with challenging behaviour and complex emotional needs.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with day-to-day care and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships and offer trauma-informed support.
• Promote independence and emotional development through care plans.

Skills

Experience with children

Working with challenging behaviour

Good understanding of safeguarding

Calm and resilient approach

Good communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People

Job description

A private organisation providing residential care is seeking an experienced Children's Home Care Worker to support young people aged 8 to 18 with complex needs. The role involves building professional relationships, promoting independence, and ensuring emotional wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have experience with children in care, understanding of safeguarding procedures, and a calm, professional approach. This position offers shifts including sleep-ins and waking nights, aiming to create a stable environment for young individuals.