Residential Childcare Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, family-style residential care. We believe in respect, dignity, choice, and positive parenting, and we need compassionate individuals like you to help us support young people aged 11-18.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary:
  • Unqualified: Base salary of £30,277.23, with potential earnings up to £34,381.23 (including sleep-ins).
  • Qualified: Base salary of £31,867.18, with potential earnings up to £35,971.18 (based on completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent).
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (12-hour shifts)
• Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
• Comprehensive Induction: Receive mandatory training to support your development and progression.
• Fixed Shift Rota:
  • Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun (48 hours)
  • Week 2: Weds, Thurs, Fri (36 hours)
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Average of 168 hours per month.
• Waking Night Contracts: Available for those interested.
• Annual Leave: 236 hours per year (including bank holidays), increasing by 12 hours each year for 3 years (up to 272 hours).
• Pension Scheme: Available after the qualifying period.
• Fully Funded Qualifications: We support your journey to gain required qualifications.

Your Role:

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing environment for our young people. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating a supportive atmosphere that fosters development.
• Providing emotional and social support to help young people build positive relationships.
• Promoting confidence, self-esteem, and independence.
• Maintaining accurate records, including daily updates and safeguarding information.
• Assessing individual needs and contributing to care plans.
• Collaborating with managers, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Supporting daily living needs and assisting with household tasks.

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive and proactive approach to engaging with young people.
• Self-motivated and sensitive, with the ability to listen and empathize.
• Experience in the care sector or residential care is a plus.
• A commitment to undertaking a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare.
• Willingness to work some bank holidays.

At Area Camden, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with us, we can’t wait to hear from you!