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Childcare Worker Residential Children's Homes

Corus Consultancy
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Hove, East Sussex BN3 7EX, England

Salary

£12.21 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves supporting children aged 6-18 in a group-living setting and building therapeutic relationships with them.
  • Candidates must have prior experience in childcare, education, or youth work, along with a willingness to learn about trauma-informed care.
  • Starting pay is £12.21 per hour, with additional earnings from sleep-in shifts potentially reaching up to £2,500 annually.
  • The job includes a 6-month training program, providing comprehensive training valued at approximately £3,000-£3,500, and opportunities for career progression.
  • Ideal candidates should possess patience, emotional resilience, and a nurturing mindset, and be able to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.
?? What You'll Do
  • Support children aged 6-18 in a group-living setting

  • Build strong, therapeutic relationships with young people

  • Assist with emotional and behavioural regulation

  • Help deliver care plans alongside therapeutic carers and managers

  • Work collaboratively with the school and other professionals to meet each child's individual needs

  • Engage in daily routines, education, and recreational activities with the children

  • Participate in a 6-month training programme to transition into a Therapeutic Carer role

Training & Development

We offer a fully paid and supported induction with a 6-month training programme, giving you the tools, understanding, and confidence to work therapeutically. You will receive:

  • A comprehensive training package (worth approx. £3,000-£3,500)

  • Opportunity to gain a Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Childcare & Education

  • Ongoing reflective supervision, coaching, and CPD opportunities

  • Fast-tracked progression to Therapeutic Carer roles

Pay & Benefits
  • Starting pay from £12.21 per hour

  • Sleep-in shifts paid additionally (up to £2,500 extra annually)

  • Sick pay scheme

  • Employee health plan

  • Opportunity to earn bonus payments for extra duties

  • Supportive team culture with excellent leadership

Who We're Looking For
  • Candidates with some prior experience in childcare, education, or youth work (essential)

  • Understanding of trauma-informed care or willingness to learn

  • Patience, emotional resilience, and a nurturing mindset

  • Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and potential sleep-ins

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.