Residential Childcare Worker in North West

Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Stalybridge, SK15 or Salford, M44
Salary:£13.50 per hour
Working pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off - averaging approximately 10 working days per month

About the Role

A role that changes lives, including your own.

We are looking for caring, reliable and emotionally resilient individuals to join a residential childcare team, helping create a safe, supportive and nurturing home environment for children and young people.

Previous experience in residential childcare is welcome but not essential. The right values, attitude and commitment are just as important as experience, with training and support provided to help you develop a rewarding career in children's residential care.

Key Responsibilities

Build positive relationships with children based on trust, consistency and respect.

Support daily routines, including school runs, meals, activities and personal development.

Provide emotional support and remain calm and consistent during challenging situations.

Maintain accurate records of significant events, observations and children's progress.

Promote education, wellbeing, independence and the development of essential life skills.

Encourage children to access positive activities and experiences.

Contribute to a safe, stable and welcoming home where children feel valued and supported.

Work effectively as part of a team while following safeguarding procedures, care plans and established routines.

About You

You may have previous experience in residential childcare, social care, education, youth work or a similar setting. Alternatively, you may be looking to enter the sector with transferable life experience and the right personal qualities.

You will ideally be:

Patient, compassionate and emotionally resilient.

Able to remain calm when faced with challenging behaviour or difficult situations.

Reliable, responsible and committed to providing high-quality care.

Comfortable following structured routines and working independently when required.

Motivated to learn about trauma-informed care and children's individual needs.

A full UK driving licence holder with access to a car (essential).

A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or a Level 4 qualification in Children, Young People and Families is desirable but not essential. If you do not already hold the relevant qualification, support will be provided to achieve a fully funded Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification.

Training and Development

Fully funded Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification, where required.

Structured induction, regular supervision and ongoing coaching.

Continued training and opportunities for career progression.

Opportunities to increase earnings through overtime, sleep-ins and development opportunities.

A rota designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

Salary and Benefits

£13.00-£13.50 per hour.

£1,000 welcome bonus: £500 upon successful completion of induction and £500 upon successful completion of probation.

1 day on, 2 days off, averaging approximately 10 working days per month.

Paid overtime at £14.50 per hour.

Sleep-ins available as required, paid at £75 per night.

Two additional days of annual leave each year, increasing to three after the first year and four after the second year of employment.

Cash health plan, employee awards, long-service recognition and access to a staff crisis fund.

Safer Recruitment

Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including right-to-work, identity and DBS checks where applicable. A charge of up to £74.70 may apply, with eligible costs refundable following completion of induction.

The £1,000 welcome bonus is subject to terms and conditions. The bonus may be reclaimed on a pro-rata basis if an employee voluntarily leaves or is dismissed for misconduct within 12 months of their start date.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can help children build confidence, develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes, this could be the opportunity for you.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.