Residential Childcare Worker

Residential Children's Worker

Northamptonshire and surroundings

Up to £16.00 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Children's Worker to join our team in Northamptonshire on a temporary basis. As a Residential Children's Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable children and young people, promoting their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Your expertise and experience will be essential in creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that fosters growth, development, and independence.

• Provide individualised care and support to children and young people, addressing their unique needs, preferences, and circumstances
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with service users, colleagues, and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of care plans, risk assessments, and therapeutic interventions, promoting holistic and person-centred approaches
• Support children and young people with daily living tasks, education, and recreational activities, encouraging participation, engagement, and skill-building
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Experience of working with children and young people in a residential or community setting, preferably in a similar role or capacity
• Knowledge of child development, attachment theory, and trauma-informed practice, with an understanding of their application in residential care
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in duties, as required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with a commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion

• Competitive hourly rate of up to £16.00 per hour
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career progression
• Collaborative and supportive team environment, with regular supervision and feedback
• Access to training, resources, and expertise, enhancing your skills and knowledge in residential child care

Completely Care is a specialist recruitment agency supporting the health & social care, education, and childcare sectors. We provide high-quality temporary and permanent staff to a wide variety of organisations, and we pride ourselves on offering a friendly, professional service to both our clients and candidates. Our focus is on matching great people with rewarding roles where they can make a real difference.

• A highly experienced consultant team
• Free online training and development
• £40 DBS refund after you complete 150 hours (terms apply)
• Regular ongoing work and a variety of opportunities

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual, with a passion for working with children and young people, please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter, to discuss this opportunity further.