Location: Sway
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 + sleep-in payments
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Senior RCCW / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Joneshouse Recruitment is currently supporting a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Residential Child Care Worker (RCCW) to join a supportive residential childcare team in Sway.

You will play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing and positive environment where young people are supported to develop, achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is resilient, compassionate and committed to providing outstanding care.

Key Responsibilities

Care & Support

• Build warm, positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Act as a positive role model and provide consistent emotional and practical support.
• Take responsibility as a Key Worker, supporting the development and review of individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Provide 1:1 support to help young people manage their emotions, achieve personal goals and engage in education and activities.
• Advocate for young people, ensuring their wishes, feelings and choices are heard and considered.
• Support with everyday household responsibilities, including cooking, cleaning and maintaining a safe, comfortable home environment.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Maintain a strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and report concerns promptly and appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, reports and documentation.
• Ensure all care is delivered in line with relevant legislation, quality standards, health and safety requirements and company policies.
• Promote the welfare, safety and development of every young person.

Teamwork & Development

• Work effectively as part of a dedicated residential childcare team.
• Participate in shift patterns, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in duties.
• Attend team meetings, supervision and training sessions.
• Contribute positively to the culture and development of the home.
• Drive company vehicles when required and in accordance with company policies.

Equality & Diversity

The successful candidate will promote equality, diversity and inclusion at all times, ensuring that every young person and colleague is treated with dignity, respect and fairness.

You will be expected to challenge discrimination and promote an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 12 months’ experience working with children and young people.
• Experience of working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and an understanding of professional boundaries.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour with patience, resilience and emotional maturity.
• Good written communication and record-keeping skills.
• Self-motivated, reliable and resilient.
• Reflective and open to feedback and professional development.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People), or willingness to work towards this.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience working within a residential children’s home.
• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Experience within youth services, youth justice or other shift-based environments.
• Qualification or experience in sports, activities or social work.
• Knowledge of current childcare legislation and Quality Standards.
• Outdoor pursuits or activity-based skills.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, consistent and resilient, with a genuine commitment to helping young people thrive.

You should be confident in setting appropriate boundaries while building positive relationships, and be able to remain calm and professional when faced with challenging situations.

Most importantly, you will understand that residential childcare is about creating opportunities, building trust and helping young people achieve positive outcomes.

Interested?

If you are looking for a rewarding career in residential childcare and believe you have the skills and experience required for this role, Joneshouse Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with the Joneshouse Recruitment team to find out more about this opportunity.

Ref: SOL5