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Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. They are seeking compassionate, resilient Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to provide steady, nurturing care to the young people they support, even when things feel tough. The children and young people who live with them have often faced difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. At times, this can be expressed through big emotions, heightened behaviours or distress that may feel overwhelming. These moments require patience, resilience, and a calm confident presence, but alongside these challenges are the breakthroughs, the small steps forward, the moments of trust, the laughter and achievements that remind you why this work matters. You will play an essential role in providing nurturing and safe overnight care for children and young people. This means building genuine relationships, being consistent and reliable, and using therapeutic approaches such as Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and PACE to help young people make sense of their world. At our client, you re more than just a staff member, you ll be a role model, a trusted adult, and a vital part of a young person s journey towards independence, wellbeing, and their full potential. Location: Mansfield Job Type: Full-Time Salary: £30,500 £32,500 Shift Pattern: This role operates on a 2-week rolling rota which includes four shifts one week, and three the following week. The hours for this role are 10pm through to 8am the following morning. What Our Client Offers: Competitive salary. Full-time contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holiday). Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care. Funded qualifications including Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels. Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice. Employee Assistance Programme offering support for physical, emotional and mental health. High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team. What They re Looking For: Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable. Willingness to undertake all training required for the role, including the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and therapeutic training in DDP. A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You ll Be Doing: Provide a calm, reassuring presence during the night and respond to the emotional and physical needs of children. Monitor and support children who may struggle with sleep, anxiety or nightmares. Encourage and model positive bedtime and night routines. Respond promptly to incidents, safeguarding concerns or emergencies, following policies and procedures. Administer first aid and medication where required, following training and guidelines. Provide high-quality, consistent care for the young person in line with their placement and care plans. Build safe, trusting relationships through DDP-informed practice. Accurately complete nightly records, key work sessions, and incident reports accurately and promptly. Support the young person s education, health and emotional wellbeing. Work collaboratively as part of the staff team, contributing to handovers, reflective practice, and team meetings. Support domestic tasks to maintain a safe, homely environment (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping). Our client recognises that this role takes a lot, both emotionally and practically, which is why they invest in their team. You will be part of a team where care is not just provided, but lived, where every decision is centred around the wellbeing and potential of the young person. About Our Client When you join our client, you become part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in young people s lives. They value your expertise, invest in your growth, and celebrate your achievements, because when their team thrives, so do the young people they care for. They are a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, they are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care. Safeguarding Statement Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people they support. They expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals they support. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines. Why wait? Apply now to make a difference every day!

Do you want to work in a children s home where you can have a lasting impact on a young person s life? Apply today to join our client s team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day. They are seeking compassionate, resilient Residential Childcare Support Workers to provide steady, nurturing care to the young people they support, even when things feel tough. The children and young people who live with them have often faced difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. At times, this can be expressed through big emotions, heightened behaviours or distress that may feel overwhelming. These moments require patience, resilience, and a calm confident presence, but alongside these challenges are the breakthroughs, the small steps forward, the moments of trust, the laughter and achievements that remind you why this work matters. You will play an essential role in helping young people feel safe, valued, and supported to grow. This means building genuine relationships, being consistent and reliable, and using therapeutic approaches such as Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) and PACE to help young people make sense of their world. At our client, you re more than just a staff member, you ll be a role model, a trusted adult, and a vital part of a young person s journey towards independence, wellbeing, and their full potential. Location: Mansfield Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary: £30,500 £32,500 Shift Pattern: The role operates on a 1 on, 2 off shift pattern. Two contracted sleep-ins per month are included within the standard salary. Any additional sleep-ins worked will be paid at a rate of £60 per sleep-in. What Our Client Offers: Competitive salary. 40-hour full-time contract. 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Full induction programme, including therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care. Funded qualifications including Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with progression opportunities to higher levels. Monthly recognition awards, celebrating exceptional commitment, care and therapeutic practice. Employee Assistance Programme offering support for physical, emotional and mental health. High quality training, regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for professional growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is respected, individuality is valued, and every staff member feels part of a team. What They re Looking For: Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable. Willingness to undertake all training required for the role, including the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and therapeutic training in DDP. A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships. Requirements: Minimum age 22 (Ofsted requirement). Must have the right to work in the UK. Full manual UK driving license. Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting. A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates. What You ll Be Doing: Provide high-quality, consistent care for the young person in line with their placement and care plans. Build safe, trusting relationships through DDP-informed practice. Support the young person s education, health and emotional wellbeing. Promote independence and life skills through daily routines, activities, and role-modelling. Safeguard the welfare of the young person at all times, following our client s policies and procedures. Accompany the young person to activities, appointments, and meetings. Complete daily records, key work sessions, and incident reports accurately and promptly. Work collaboratively as part of the staff team, contributing to handovers, reflective practice, and team meetings. Support domestic tasks to maintain a safe, homely environment (e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping). Our client recognises that this role takes a lot, both emotionally and practically, which is why they invest in their team. You will be part of a team where care is not just provided, but lived, where every decision is centred around the wellbeing and potential of the young person. About Our Client When you join our client, you become part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in young people s lives. They value your expertise, invest in your growth, and celebrate your achievements, because when their team thrives, so do the young people they care for. They are a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, they are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care. Safeguarding Statement Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people they support. They expect all staff to share this commitment and to always act in the best interest of the individuals they support. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment guidelines. Why wait? Apply now to make a difference every day!

Support Worker - Mother & Baby Home Role - Support Worker (Mother & Baby Home) Reporting into - Registered Manager Division - Children's Residential CSE Company - Cambian Group We are seeking passionate and dedicated Qualified Support Workers! (Level 3 Residential - Health and Social Care - Children and Young People OR Level 3 Early Years) We are super excited to be launching a brand-new Residential Mother & Baby Home, a truly unique service designed to support young mothers in care and their babies so they can thrive together! Very few care providers offer this specialist provision, making this an exciting opportunity to be a part of something super meaningful and innovative, and to join from the very beginning! Our home will provide a safe and nurturing environment, where mothers can develop parenting skills, build confidence and bonds with their babies - all whilst getting the support they need as individuals to shape a positive future for themselves as well as their child. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of young women and families, and want to be a part of a forward thinking, specialist service this is a rare opportunity to join a team that is setting new standards in the residential care space! Role Purpose At Cambian, our vision is to inspire lives and to continually develop them. And not just the individuals in our care but their families and communities too! As a leading provider of behavioural services to Children, we are making sure that the support we offer is constant, reliable and of the highest possible quality at all times As such, the purpose is clear, to provide advice, assistance and support to young people and their babies, safeguarding their welfare at all times. To attend to their practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with them and your team to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve best possible outcomes for all Key Focuses: Always looking for ways to innovate and improve Safeguarding those in our care Contributing positively to the lives of others Maintaining accountability for engagement of all Supporting the development of colleagues and the empowerment of service users Our Values Integrity Accountable Committed Responsible Person-Centred Enthusiastic These values are more important than where we have worked or the positions we have held. They underpin the decisions we make and the actions we take. Duties & Responsibilities Providing care for young people and their babies whilst continually demonstrating our values by: Creating and maintaining an environment that is homely, warm, welcoming and positive through cleaning, tidying, organising and cooking etc. Establishing positive relationships and always offering unconditional and positive regards Constantly meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural, cultural and educational needs of our young people Supporting with medical appointments for both mother and baby. Acting as a role model and demonstrating appropriate pro-social ways to deal with problems Providing advice, assistance and support on a 1:1 basis to our young people and their baby. Ensuring that each young person's care plan is followed and innovated as appropriate to reflect their changing needs. Being approachable and positively ambitious for our young people, helping them achieve their goals and optimise their potential Supporting our young people in their education and pursuit of extra-curricular activities Keeping accurate records and providing written reports Empowering and advocating for our young people and their baby, facilitating their active involvement decisions where appropriate around their lives and future Encouraging our young people to develop links with the community, attend off-site activities and expand their personal social networks Being available to sleep-in and support staffing of the service Maintaining reporting and handling petty cash in line with processes Contribute to your team whilst demonstrating our values by: Being aware of the values, ethos, aims and objectives of the service and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve them Attending team/staff meetings and making a positive and innovative contribution to them at all times Actively contributing to the development of the team and yourself Be willing to give and receive constructive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers Having awareness of childcare plans for all young people and babies, providing support for colleagues by maintaining consistency in their execution Attending and contributing to regular supervision sessions in line with regulation Monitoring the conduct of colleagues and referring on any causes for concern around safeguarding (Whistleblowing) Be willing to participate in any investigations as and when required Maintaining familiarity with all policies and procedures and adhering to them Driving company vehicles safely at all times (current driving license holders subject to procedures) Receiving and engaging will all training appropriate to role and maintaining an up-to-date training profile Holding responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and colleagues in accordance with the requirements of the organisational Health and Safety Policies and regulation Performing all other reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager Safeguarding All colleagues bear responsibility to protect and safeguard vulnerable individuals at risk. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding awareness training and additional appropriate training whenever required. Salary & Benefits Support Worker: £28,195 - £29,484 DOE (incl. sleep-in average)- Overtime paid at 1.25- Sleep-ins worth £1,800 (up to 5/month)- Retail discounts (ASDA, Tesco, M&S + more)- Health benefits, including dental & optical cashback (after 2 years) + Enhanced Maternity - 24/7 support helpline & hardship grants via the CareTech Foundation- A warm, supportive home environment - truly "a place to call hom

Support. Inspire. Change a Child's Future. Join us as a Support Worker at our modern, well-equipped children's home and be part of our dedicated team who are passionate about helping children and young people to thrive. We provide care for children aged 12+, meeting the complex needs of children and young people who have significant emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs which do not meet the criteria for treatment in hospital, or the threshold for secure accommodation, but require a high level of support. With a planned multi-agency intervention package, children will experience the skill and expertise of Children's Services residential and education staff, along with co-located Health Services who will work within a common framework of trauma informed therapeutic intervention. Creating this new local provision will enable the children to maintain family contacts, with the goal of reuniting the child with their family or supporting their transition to independence. What you'll do: Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, families and professionals to advocate for their needs. Provide high-quality physical and emotional care in a safe, supportive environment. Help children achieve progress in education, life skills and personal development. Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records, and write reports for families and professionals. Ensure safety through risk assessments, safeguarding practices and compliance with policies. Engage in ongoing training and professional development to meet legislative and care standards. What we're looking for: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete with support). Understanding of child development, safeguarding and trauma-informed care. Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Emotionally resilient and physically able to meet the demands of the role. Able to use IT systems. Why join us? Make a difference: Create a nurturing environment where the lives of young people can be transformed. Career growth and development: Take the next step in your career and strengthen your skills and expertise. You'll enjoy access to Hampshire County Council's wide range of training and learning development assets, which are known to be outstanding. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Residential Childcare Support Worker Location: Carlisle Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Specific Hours: 42 hours per week - shift pattern Salary: Unqualified: A base salary of £27,781.80 per annum with the potential to earn up to £31,039.08 with sleep in shifts Qualified: A base salary of £28,719.60 per annum with the potential to earn up to £31,976.88 with sleep in shifts (Qualified Care Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare) North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. As a Residential Support Worker there is a high expectation placed on you to be 'strong, committed and passionate' about your role. The young people are at the centre of everything we do - both for and with them. You are a role model, a listening ear, a warm and approachable person and potentially someone who could inspire and make a massive and significant impact on a young person's life, their choices, who they are and who they can be! You need to promote, support and facilitate the creation of 'happy memories' and have fun with them to do so. We are currently seeking permanent Support Workers to join our team who have a warm and approachable manner, and feel they can make a significant impact on a young person's life in how they recover from early life experiences. Main Duties In each home we have detailed shift planners/diaries/handover documents that will outline the specific daily duties and tasks that you will be required to complete, these will be specific to whether it is term-time (school days) or during holiday periods as some of the tasks will differ. The following is a summary of some of your duties during term-time Supporting all of the boys daily routines, including getting them up, promoting personal hygiene routines, meals, either school runs or activities Supporting room cleans/developing of life skills/independence, promoting socialisation and supporting bed-time routines Attending medical/other appointments Supporting the plans on the activity planners Completion of day sheets for the boys and working with them on their targets Completing handover documents/ tasks Completion of all daily paperwork Completing budgeting requirements Completion of daily room checks and daily housecleaning tasks Complete any food/other shopping needs, including meal preparation and kitchen hygiene/laundry duties Completion of any specific checks such as COSHH, Fire Checks/Car checks Liaising and building appropriate relationships with the families, working to find out about special dates for boys and ensuring these are noted/marked, sorting and planning family time contacts As well as completing the daily tasks, your role will also include being a Keyworker. This should be a privileged role for you with our boys, try to think out of the box and do that little bit extra to help create special occasions and opportunities for them, build strong bonds, show and display warmth, empathy and genuine care. All Applicants must have: Flexibility in your availability is a must as the role will involve sleep in nights and shift work of 14 hours - typically 2 full days on, 2 days off. Rotating start times of 08:00, 12:00, 14:00 Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent - or be willing to work towards a required qualification Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed. This is a wonderful opportunity to join an established Children's service who will offer you: A sleep-in allowance of £62.64 per night- potential extra earning of up to £3257.28 Up to 6 week's holiday per year A rota pattern of 2 days on, 2 days off, with staggered start times ranging from 8am, 12noon or 2pm (i.e. 8am-10pm, 12pm-10pm or 2pm-10pm) All meals on duty are provided Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Comprehensive training programme, followed by a comprehensive and ongoing CPD Programme Access to qualifications (Including Diploma 3/Diploma 5) Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, access to therapeutic support North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. JBRP1_UKTJ

£34,274 - £40,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per monthThose huge small victories Working in our Childrens Homes means being a part of a young persons day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. Get out what you put in Youll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether thats playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. Its about tapping into each young persons needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. What we do for you We know youre going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, youll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people plus youll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary youll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: Youll work hard at WG, so youll be rewarded with 7 weeks holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group plus you could join our Aspire future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance check out our benefitshere Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while youre at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities check out our homeshere A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyones differences as thats what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You dont need experience, but there are a few things well be looking for from you: A can do attitude a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which youve held for at least 12 months If you dont have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), well pay for you to study and support you every step of the way Youll start life as a RSW by joining our Care Academy 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. Join the UKs best special education and care provider At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. Were committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, well be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, were better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. Childrens Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH JBRP1_UKTJ

Main purpose of the Job: To provide advice, assistance and support to young people, safeguarding their welfare at all times.To attend to their practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential. Equality & Diversity: All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Residential Care Workers are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference. Duties and Responsibilities: Provide care for young people through: Attending to practical matters in relation to childcare (cooking, cleaning etc) Establishing positive relationships with young people and always offering them unconditional and positive regard Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural, cultural and educational needs of young people Acting as a role model and demonstrating appropriate pro-social ways of dealing with problems Helping young people gain self control by challenging unacceptable behaviour and rewarding acceptable, pro-social conduct. • Ensuring that each young person's care plan is followed and amended as appropriate to reflect their changing needs To act as a key worker through: Taking responsibility for a small number of young people and ensuring that their needs are fully met Establishing relationships which young people perceive to be positive, warm and rewarding Providing advice, assistance and support on a 1:1 basis to enable young people to address past and present difficulties Providing emotional support at times of difficulty or stress Being ambitious for young people, helping them achieve their goals and optimise their potential Providing support for young people in their education and extra curricular activities Keeping accurate records and providing written reports on young people for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager Empowering young people and facilitating their active involvement in the decision making about their lives and future Acting as an advocate at meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion Encouraging the young person to develop links with the community, attend off-site activities and expand their personal social network To work as part of a team through: Being aware of the aims and objectives of the home and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve them Attending team/ staff meetings and making a positive contribution to them Actively contributing to the development of the team Receiving and storing information to improve communication Being willing to give and receive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers Being aware of childcare plans for all young people and providing support for colleagues by maintaining consistency in the execution of those plans Providing informal practical and emotional support to colleagues experiencing difficulties Attending and contributing to regular supervision sessions in line with the National Minimum standards Monitoring the conduct of colleagues and referring on any causes for concern (Whistleblowing) Being familiar with all policies and procedures and adhering to them? General: Attending young people's meetings and contributing to them Driving company vehicles (current driving licence holders subject to procedures) Receiving training appropriate to role and maintaining an up to date training profile Responsibility for the accurate maintenance of financial records appropriate to the duties of the post Responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and colleagues in accordance with the requirements of the organisational Health and Safety Policies To carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.

Residential Childcare Support Worker Location : Headsnook, Brampton (as well as other locations in Carlisle) Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Specific Hours : 42 hours per week - shift pattern Salary: Unqualified: A base salary of £27,781.80 per annum with the potential to earn up to £31,039.08 with sleep in shifts Qualified: A base salary of £28,719.60 per annum with the potential to earn up to £31,976.88 with sleep in shifts (Qualified Care Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare) North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. As a Residential Support Worker there is a high expectation placed on you to be "strong, committed and passionate" about your role. The young people are at the centre of everything we do - both for and with them. You are a role model, a listening ear, a warm and approachable person and potentially someone who could inspire and make a massive and significant impact on a young person's life, their choices, who they are and who they can be! You need to promote, support and facilitate the creation of "happy memories" and have fun with them to do so. We are currently seeking permanent Support Workers to join our team who have a warm and approachable manner, and feel they can make a significant impact on a young person's life in how they recover from early life experiences. Main Duties In each home we have detailed shift planners/diaries/handover documents that will outline the specific daily duties and tasks that you will be required to complete, these will be specific to whether it is term-time (school days) or during holiday periods as some of the tasks will differ. The following is a summary of some of your duties during term-time Supporting all of the boys daily routines, including getting them up, promoting personal hygiene routines, meals, either school runs or activities Supporting room cleans/developing of life skills/independence, promoting socialisation and supporting bed-time routines Attending medical/other appointments Supporting the plans on the activity planners Completion of day sheets for the boys and working with them on their targets Completing handover documents/ tasks Completion of all daily paperwork Completing budgeting requirements Completion of daily room checks and daily housecleaning tasks Complete any food/other shopping needs, including meal preparation and kitchen hygiene/laundry duties Completion of any specific checks such as COSHH, Fire Checks/Car checks Liaising and building appropriate relationships with the families, working to find out about special dates for boys and ensuring these are noted/marked, sorting and planning family time contacts As well as completing the daily tasks, your role will also include being a Keyworker. This should be a privileged role for you with our boys, try to think out of the box and do that little bit extra to help create special occasions and opportunities for them, build strong bonds, show and display warmth, empathy and genuine care. All Applicants must have: Flexibility in your availability is a must as the role will involve sleep in nights and shift work of 14 hours - typically 2 full days on, 2 days off. Rotating start times of 08:00, 12:00, 14:00 Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent - or be willing to work towards a required qualification Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed. This is a wonderful opportunity to join an established Children's service who will offer you: A sleep-in allowance of £62.64 per night- potential extra earning of up to £3257.28 Up to 6 week's holiday per year A rota pattern of 2 days on, 2 days off, with staggered start times ranging from 8am, 12noon or 2pm (i.e. 8am-10pm, 12pm-10pm or 2pm-10pm) All meals on duty are provided Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Comprehensive training programme, followed by a comprehensive and ongoing CPD Programme Access to qualifications (Including Diploma 3/Diploma 5) Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, access to therapeutic support North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. 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Job Ad: Residential Childcare Worker (Night Shift)Location: Newmarket, UKHours: 8:00 PM - 8:30 AM (Night Shifts)Salary: Competitive, based on experience Are you passionate about making a difference in young people's lives? Do you have the compassion and resilience needed to support children and young people during the night? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We are looking for a dedicated Residential Childcare Worker to join our team in Newmarket, providing high-quality care and support for children and young people in a residential setting. This role is pivotal in ensuring their safety, security, and emotional well-being throughout the night. Key Responsibilities: Provide a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people overnight.Support their emotional, physical, and mental well-being, responding to any concerns or needs during the night.Conduct regular checks to ensure the safety of the children and the home.Record accurate, detailed notes of events, incidents, and observations during the shift.Assist with the morning routine, including preparing for school or daily activities.Ensure the home remains clean and organized overnight. What We're Looking For: Experience in working with children or young people in a care setting (preferred but not essential - full training provided).A caring and empathetic approach, with excellent communication skills.The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.A proactive attitude with strong problem-solving skills.Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures (training can be provided).Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays. Requirements: A valid UK driving license is advantageous but not essential.Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check (or willingness to undergo one).NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this qualification). What We Offer: Competitive salary and shift enhancements.Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.Opportunities for career development and progression.A supportive and collaborative working environment.Employee assistance program and well-being support. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people, helping them to achieve their potential and build brighter futures. Join us in creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive.

Residential Support Worker Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum, plus £65.00 per waking night and £50.00 per sleep in. Hours: Full-Time/Part Time 37.5 hours per week (pro-rata) Shifts are set between 7am 3pm, 2pm 9pm, waking nights 8pm 8am and sleeping nights 8pm 8am You will be required to work every other weekend and cover at least one waking night and one sleep in per week. Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence is required Benefits: Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities Free DBS Annual leave Employee discount Sick pay Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, our client is unable to offer visa sponsorship, including Tier 2/Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Our client is recruiting for Support Workers for a Residential Home in the Aylesbury area; they have a variety of hours to cover and so they have shifts to suit every worker. Job Summary To support the learning, emotional and social needs of children/young people within the residential home. Residential Support Workers will be required to participate in recording, monitoring and evaluating individual child strategies/support. Responsibilities: Assist in the educational, social, emotional and behavioural development of children/young people under the direction and guidance of Management and support. To assist management to develop the house and its environment ensuring that the highest standards of care prevail for each individual child/young person, within the guidelines of the stated model of care. Assist in the implementation of Personal Education Programmes for children/young people and help monitor their progress. Assist in the implementation of Individual Care Plans for children/young people and help monitor their progress. To provide and support the provision of primary care for each child/young person and help them develop healthy attachments. While on rota in the house, under supervision of the house management, be responsible for the care of children/young people as delegated by the senior staff. To participate in sleeping in /waking nights duties as required. To maintain and promote good relationships with other professionals, team members and management, other sections within the company, parents, other agencies and professionals. Support, monitor and evaluate the children/young people s emotional and behavioural difficulties and help develop their social skills. To ensure that Health and Safety of the children/young people and the home is monitored in accordance with the relevant legal requirements and good practice. To participate in staff training, which is mandatory training, and all other training as required. To be available whilst on duty to participate in on going supervision with a member of the Management Team and through this supervision develop an understanding of the behaviour of the children/young people. To develop specific pieces of work with children/young people as directed and supervised by the Registered Manager/Deputy Manager. To ensure high standards of communication involving checking and completing daily records, message book, diary and any other documentation in accordance with their developing best practice. To contribute to the children/young people s development through a variety of means including play, excursions, and other social opportunities in an individual and group setting both inside the home and outside appropriate to children/young people s needs. Skills: Experience working with children in a childcare or support setting is essential. Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, families, and colleagues. Ability to develop and implement care plans tailored to individual needs. Competence in IT for maintaining records and communicating effectively. A compassionate nature with a commitment to promoting the well-being of those in your care. Hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be prepared to work towards following a successful six-month probation. Experience: Residential Children's Home: 1 year (preferred) Level 3 Residential Child Care Please note: Our client reserves the right to close this advert early if they have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today.

Residential Childcare Support Worker Location : Wigton Contract Type : Part-time, permanent Specific Hours : 30 hours per week - shift pattern Unqualified Basic Salary: £19,843.20 pro rata £27,781.80 FTE) per annum with a potential to earn up to £23,100 click apply for full job details

Residential Childcare Support Worker Location : Penrith Contract Type : Part-time, permanent Specific Hours : 30 hours per week - shift pattern Unqualified Basic Salary: £19,843.20 pro rata £27,781.80 FTE) per annum with a potential to earn up to £23,100 click apply for full job details

Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual) Full Time/Permanent: Shift pattern- ad-hoc cover Salary: £12.72 per hour Location: Headsnook, Brampton (as well as other locations in Carlisle) North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 6-18 click apply for full job details

Welcome to SW Education & Care! We believe in empowering every child to thrive. Were looking for dedicatedSenior Residential Care Workerto join our team near Barnstaple, Devon. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and empower others? Look no further than this rewarding role with us. At SW Education & Care, we believe that every young person deserves a place where they feel safe, valued and supported as they navigate the journey of childhood. Our homes and teams provide a setting to support children and young people who have experienced trauma and difficult circumstances to discover their strengths and passions. Were committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion for both our young people and teams. The Role As aSenior Therapeutic Practitioner(Residential), you'll play a crucial role in supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma. Your role will require you to be a mentor and role model, offering emotional support and providing guidance as they navigate lifes challenges. Your dedication will help improve outcomes for these individuals, ensuring they receive the care and attention they deserve. Throughout the month, there will also be occasions that you are on-call, which will be on a rota basis and paid on top of your salary. What were looking for: A passion for working with children and young people and making a difference in their lives Compassion, empathy, and patience to support children and young people who have suffered trauma Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and grow. Previous experience working with children/young people in a residential or similar setting Qualified to level 3 in Residential Childcare Hold a full UK driving licence Benefits of working at SW Education & Care: A competitive salary of £29,123 - £31,900 depending on experience with an increase on completion of probation A shift pattern of 2 on 4 off Additional holiday days with sleep-in included Performance bonus Excellent training & support An ethos of collaboration and mutual encouragement Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free food Sick pay Ready to make a difference? If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career journey and be part of a team that is dedicated to improving the futures of children and young people, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help us make a difference, one child at a time. How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click apply today andcheck your inbox for an email providing more informationon how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Other suitable skills and experience include Residential Support Worker, Children's Support Worker, Therapeutic Practitioner, Childcare Worker, Youth Support Worker, Care Team Leader, Residential Childcare Practitioner, Young Persons Support Worker, Childrens Home Team Leader, Behavioural Support Worker JBRP1_UKTJ

Deputy Manager Location: Rowton, Shrewsbury Pay: £15.50 per hour plus £30 sleep in. Extraordinary Days Every Day At Cambian Group, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manager, based within Shrewsbury every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8-18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. Duties and Responsibilities: You'll be ensuring that each young person has an allocated key workerEnsuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementationAttending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young peopleUndertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role modelAssist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receiveTo assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeContribute to the devising, implementing and evaluation of changes with the involvement of front line staff to continually improve services, systems and standards, in conjunction with the Registered Manager and the Senior Management teamTo deputise in the absence of the Registered ManagerTo support on and off the rota to ensure adequate staffing according to the needs of young peopleTo ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Qualifications/Experience/Requirements NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF)12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislationTeam Building SkillsSupervision SkillsAbility to manage teams effectivelyExcellent organisational skillsAbility to motivate and enthuse staffA Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role What we can offer: Rate of pay £15.50ph£30 Sleep in rateOvertime paid at an enhanced rate234 hours annual leave per yearCareer enhancing qualifications and clear progressionFull enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group7 - day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediatelyGuaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an level 5 Leadership & Management qualificationFree onsite parking and meals provided during your shiftCompany events / Fundraising / social activitiesLong service annual leaveRefer a friend schemeContinued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups. Rowton SYS-22497

Deputy Manager Location: Goole Pay: £15.25 - £15. 50 per hour plus £30 sleep in. Extraordinary Days Every Day At Cambian Group, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Deputy Manger, based within Goole, every moment you spend with our young people (ages 8-18) helps them feel safe, valued and supported. A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the statement of purpose. To deputise in the absence of the registered manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervisions and support to senior staff in line with care quality standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. Duties and Responsibilities: You'll be ensuring that each young person has an allocated key workerEnsuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementationAttending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young peopleUndertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role modelAssist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receiveTo assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeContribute to the devising, implementing and evaluation of changes with the involvement of front line staff to continually improve services, systems and standards, in conjunction with the Registered Manager and the Senior Management teamTo deputise in the absence of the Registered ManagerTo support on and off the rota to ensure adequate staffing according to the needs of young peopleTo ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained Qualifications/Experience/Requirements NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)Understanding of Ofsted framework (SCCIF)12 months experience working in a residential setting with young people with challenging behaviour including supervisory experience.Knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislationTeam Building SkillsSupervision SkillsAbility to manage teams effectivelyExcellent organisational skillsAbility to motivate and enthuse staffA Full UK driving licence is required do to the location and nature of the role What we can offer: Rate of pay £15.50ph£30 Sleep in rateOvertime paid at an enhanced rate234 hours annual leave per yearCareer enhancing qualifications and clear progressionFull enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Group7 - day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development starting immediatelyGuaranteed opportunity to be enrolled onto an level 5 Leadership & Management qualificationFree onsite parking and meals provided during your shiftCompany events / Fundraising / social activitiesLong service annual leaveRefer a friend schemeContinued support and opportunity for development from your leadership team Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups. New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.