Residential Childcare Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!

Company: Headway Adolescent Resources

Location: Bridgwater

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Specific Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary

• Unqualified: Base salary of £27,866.34, earning up to £33,447.67 with sleep-in shifts
• Qualified: Base salary of £29,181.57, earning up to £34,762.90 with sleep-in shifts

Why Work with Us?

At Headway Adolescent Resources, we have been dedicated to providing exceptional residential care for adolescents since 1999. Our holistic and individualized approach ensures that every young person receives the support they need to thrive.

Your Role

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in our children's residential home. Your mission will be to support young people facing challenging behaviors, requiring a blend of flexibility, resilience, and strong organizational skills. You will be committed to delivering high-quality care that empowers each young person to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support to young people in a residential setting.
• Maintain clear and organized records in compliance with statutory and policy standards.
• Engage, motivate, and encourage young people to reach their full potential.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated team to create a nurturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Full manual driving license.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive team player attitude.
• Empathetic, patient, and supportive nature.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with young people.
• Level 3 Children & Young People qualification, or willingness to work towards it (fully funded).

Working Conditions

This is a permanent role with fantastic career prospects and comprehensive training within a growing organization. You will work an average of 38 hours per week on a 2 days on/4 days off shift pattern, including 2 sleep-ins. Enjoy generous allowances for bank holidays, overtime, and a performance-related bonus!

Benefits

• Holiday Allowance
• Pension Scheme (3% Employer contribution)
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A sleep-in allowance of £46 per night as needed.

Join us in making a difference! At Headway, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates who share our commitment to this important work.