Senior Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Ashington, Northumberland
Type: Full-time
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We’re looking for compassionate and dedicated Senior Residential Childcare Workers to join our client’s team in Newcastle. If you’re committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people with mild learning difficulties, past trauma, or emotional and behavioural challenges, we want to hear from you!
What you’ll do:
- Provide care, guidance, and support to young people in a residential setting.
- You will be responsible for ensuring the welfare and well-being of each child while providing guidance and support to all residential care staff.
- Help create a positive and structured environment that fosters growth and development.
- Work collaboratively to support your team, ensuring the highest standard of care and safety.
- Your commitment to making a positive impact will involve supervising staff, leading shifts, implementing placement plans, adhering to policies and procedures, conducting risk assessments, managing rotas, and supporting educational needs.
- Engage in a flexible rotating shift pattern, including days, nights, and sleep-ins.
What we’re looking for:
- Commitment: Ability to work 40 hours per week on a flexible schedule.
- Driver’s License: A full UK manual driver’s license is required.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have their NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People Workforce. You must also have at least 2 years of experience within residential Childcare and working alongside young people.
What our client offers:
- A supportive and dynamic working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
If you’re ready to join a team dedicated to empowering and uplifting young people, apply now and take the next step in your rewarding career in residential childcare!