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Job Title: Specialist Childcare Workers
Brook Street Social Care are proud to be supporting a well known children's residential service within the North West.
This is a new residential provision focused on supporting children transitioning from a specialised secure environment. We provide a psychologically informed, therapeutic environment to help young people move from physical security to relational security, offering Residential Care, Education, and Health support.
Location: St Helens, Merseyside
Salary: 24,909 - 27,317 per annum (or pro-rata for part-time hours)
Contract: Full-Time, 39 hours per week
Package: Competitive Terms and Conditions, including Pension, Life Assurance, and more.
The Role:
We are seeking dedicated Specialist Childcare Workers to provide exceptional care to children and young people, treating them with dignity and respect. As a Specialist Childcare Worker, you will:
- Promote good childcare practices by fostering a caring environment in line with our home's purpose and core values.
- Deliver trauma-informed care, participating in the development of psychological formulations based on understanding trauma and adverse childhood experiences.
- Support young people to stay safe through relationships with staff rather than physical restrictions, using models of complex relational care.
- Prepare young people for successful adult lives by showing ambition, integrity, and compassion in your interactions.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a Diploma Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards it (funded through an accredited Apprenticeship).
- Be optimistic, compassionate, and committed to providing high-quality care.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of trauma and its impact on young people.
What We Offer:
- Salary: 24,909 - 27,317 per annum (or pro-rata for part-time hours)
- Pension: Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance: Life Assurance Scheme
- Leave: Up to 33 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service (or pro-rata for part-time hours)
- Family Benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- Sickness Scheme: Occupational Sickness Scheme
- Discounts: Access to various offers and discounts
- Referral Program: Recommend a friend scheme
- Recognition: Values Awards
- Training & Development: Comprehensive induction programme with ongoing training, regular supervisions, and annual appraisals
- Career Progression: Opportunities for advancement
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team!
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