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 provide high-quality, family-style residential care for young individuals aged 11-18. Our mission is built on the values of respect, dignity, choice, and positive parenting. We are looking for dedicated Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our team in Haverhill, Suffolk!

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary:
  • Unqualified: Base salary of £30,277.23 (potential to earn up to £34,381.23 with sleep-ins)
  • Qualified: Base salary of £31,867.18 (potential to earn up to £35,971.18 with sleep-ins)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Fixed 12-hour Shift Rota:
  • Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun (48 hours)
  • Week 2: Weds, Thurs, Fri (36 hours)
• Guaranteed Minimum: Average of 168 hours per month
• Waking Night Contracts: Available
• Annual Leave: 236 hours per year, increasing by 12 hours annually for 3 years (up to 272 hours)
• Pension Scheme: Available after qualifying period
• Fully Funded Qualifications: Enrolment onto required qualifications

Main Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person’s development.
• Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships and engage in their community.
• Promote confidence, self-esteem, and independence, encouraging positive life choices.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily updates, safeguarding information, and health and safety checks.
• Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing, and implementing care plans.
• Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues, and external professionals; supervise family contact when required.
• Support daily living needs in line with each young person’s care plan.
• Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping, and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate.

Required Attributes

• Ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive way.
• Self-motivated with a positive nature.
• Sensitive and reflective.
• Ability to listen and empathize.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Experience in the care sector or residential care is a plus.
• Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertaking a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare.
• Willingness to work some bank holidays.

Why Join Us?

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

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey and make a real impact in the lives of young people, we want to hear from you!