Residential Childcare Support Worker
Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!
Are you a warm and motivated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? At Bay View Childcare, we are seeking passionate Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our welcoming team in Capernwray, Carnforth. In this fulfilling role, you will work in a family-style home, supporting up to four young people aged 8-18 with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Your Role
As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will:
- Create a safe, nurturing, and homely environment where every young person can thrive.
- Help children build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes.
- Maintain high standards, as all our homes are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
- Complete the Level 3 Diploma or Level 4 Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years if you don’t already hold a relevant qualification.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
Key Responsibilities
- 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 life skills.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment, assisting with daily tasks like cooking and shopping.
- Support children through daily activities, responding appropriately to worries, behaviors, or conflicts.
- Record progress, behavior, incidents, and feedback accurately, ensuring clear communication with management.
- Complete and follow risk assessments for all activities, upholding all policies and childcare regulations.
- Act as a positive role model, promoting belonging, inclusion, and a culture of trust and teamwork.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: Base salary of £26,603.20 per annum, with potential earnings up to £33,323.20 with sleep-in shifts.
- 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.
Join Us!
At Bay View Childcare, we are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment and must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position.
If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
