Residential Childcare Support Worker | Growth, Training & Impact

Polaris Community; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 42,838 - 48,192; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Fixed 12h rota

168 hours per month guaranteed

236 hours annual leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications funding

Job summary

Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality residential care for young people aged 11–18. Area Camden seeks Support Workers to build positive relationships, support emotional needs, and help young people feel included in their local community.

You will work 12-hour shifts (08:00-20:00) on a permanent basis, with duties spanning daily living support, care planning, and collaboration with professionals. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the care sector or residential care.
• Committed to undertaking a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare.
• Willingness to work some bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person’s development.
• Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships.
• Promote confidence, self-esteem and independence, encouraging positive life choices.
• Maintain accurate records, including safeguarding information and health checks.
• Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing and implementing care plans.
• Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues and external professionals; supervise family contact when required.
• Support daily living needs in line with each young person’s care plan.
• Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate.

Skills

Engage with youth

Self-motivated

Empathetic listening

Team player

Care sector experience

Level 3 Diploma

Bank holiday willingness

Education

Level 3 Diploma

Job description

Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality residential care for young people aged 11–18. Area Camden seeks Support Workers to build positive relationships, support emotional needs, and help young people feel included in their local community.

You will work 12-hour shifts (08:00-20:00) on a permanent basis, with duties spanning daily living support, care planning, and collaboration with professionals. DBS checks apply.