Residential Childcare Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!

Company: Bay View Childcare
Location: Capernwray, Carnforth
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Specific Hours: Shift pattern, 40 hours
Salary: Base salary of £26,603.20 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £33,323.20 per annum with sleep-in shifts

Are you a warm and motivated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? At Bay View Childcare, we’re on the lookout for passionate Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our welcoming team. You’ll be working in one of our family-style homes in Carnforth, supporting up to four young people aged 8-18.

Your role will be pivotal in helping children with social, emotional, and behavioral needs build confidence, develop essential life skills, and achieve positive outcomes. You’ll create a safe, nurturing, and homely environment where every young person can thrive. Our homes are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, and we need dedicated individuals to help maintain these high standards.

If you don’t already hold a relevant qualification, don’t worry! You’ll have the opportunity to complete either the Level 3 Diploma or Level 4 Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years.

Requirements:

• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Why Join Us?

We believe in taking care of our team just as much as we take care of the young people we support. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive salary + up to £6,720 in sleep-in payments (6-8 per month at £70 each)
• Regular supervision and support
• Company Pension
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Wellbeing programmes
• Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD
• Clear promotion opportunities

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will:

• Deliver high-quality care and key worker support, consistently meeting and exceeding Ofsted standards.
• Build trusting, positive relationships with young people, their families, and external professionals.
• Contribute to individual care plans and support routines that foster confidence and positive outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment, assisting with daily tasks such as cooking and shopping.
• Support children through daily activities, supervising closely and responding appropriately to any concerns.
• Accurately record progress, behavior, incidents, and feedback, ensuring clear communication with management.
• Complete and follow risk assessments for all activities, upholding all policies, procedures, and childcare regulations.
• Act as a positive role model, encouraging belonging, inclusion, and a culture of trust and teamwork across the home.

At Bay View Childcare, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Note: You must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position.