Children's Support Worker

Job Title: Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Welshpool, Powys, SY21

Salary: £26,290 - £29,241 per annum + Enhanced overtime rate!

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Residential Childcare Worker to join our specialist therapeutic residential care team located in Welshpool, Powys. This role offers the opportunity to work within a unique, values-driven service that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Our team operates in a supportive environment with visible leadership and extensive career development pathways.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Childcare Worker based in Welshpool, your daily duties will include:

• Providing ongoing care and support to young males aged 11-18 within a structured therapeutic community setting.
• Building positive relationships, modelling appropriate behaviour, and offering guidance and mentorship.
• Managing boundaries and safeguarding, ensuring a safe environment with low incident levels through open communication.
• Engaging in a variety of activities such as helping with homework, cooking, gardening, gaming, and outdoor pursuits to promote well-being and development.
• Collaborating with the wider team, including therapists and education staff, to deliver integrated care and support.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Childcare Worker, you will need:

• Good basic English and IT communication skills.
• Over 21 years of age (mandatory).
• A full UK driving licence (essential).
• A resilient, creative, and caring approach with a sense of humour and broad interests.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a specialist practice setting.
• Previous experience in residential childcare is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Extensive training and career development opportunities, including QCF Level 3 and degree qualifications.
• Employee ownership structure, ensuring staff influence service delivery and share in the benefits.
• Generous pension scheme, annual leave that increases with service, employee assistance programme, and loyalty bonuses.
• Supportive, values-based environment focused on making a positive impact on young people’s lives.

If you are a compassionate and motivated individual seeking a rewarding career in residential childcare in Welshpool apply today!

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