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? Headway Adolescent Resources is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in Bridgwater as Residential Childcare Support Workers. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, read on!
About Headway
Founded in 1999, Headway Adolescent Resources has earned a stellar reputation for providing high-quality residential care to adolescents. We pride ourselves on offering holistic, individualized support to young people from diverse backgrounds. Now, we’re expanding our team and seeking compassionate individuals to join our home in Bridgwater!
Purpose of the Role
As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will:
- Support young people with challenging behavior, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, and honesty.
- Deliver high-quality care that empowers each young person to achieve positive outcomes.
- Work an average of 38 hours per week on a two-days-on, four-days-off shift pattern, including two sleep-ins.
- Enjoy generous allowances for bank holidays and overtime, along with a performance-related bonus.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills:
- Full UK manual driving licence.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining clear, organized records.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to teamwork.
- Empathetic, patient, and supportive nature.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to engage, motivate, and encourage young people.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience working with young people.
- A Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People or a willingness to work towards one (fully funded by the employer).
Working Conditions
This is a full-time, permanent position with a supportive team environment. You will be working in a dynamic setting that values your contributions and encourages professional growth.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer competitive salaries based on qualifications:
- Unqualified: £27,866.34 basic salary, with potential earnings of up to £33,447.67 including sleep-in shifts.
- Qualified: £29,181.57 basic salary, with potential earnings of up to £34,762.90 including sleep-in shifts.
Additional benefits include:
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution.
- Employee Discount Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- A sleep-in allowance of £46 per night as needed.
Why Join Us?
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 and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
