Residential Childcare Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!\n

Are you a warm and motivated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? At Bay View Childcare, we’re on the lookout for passionate Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our welcoming team in Capernwray, Carnforth. In this fulfilling role, you’ll work in a family-style home, supporting up to four young people aged 8-18 with social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Your Role\n

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will:

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• Create a safe, nurturing, and homely environment where every young person can thrive.
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• Help children build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes.
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• Deliver high-quality care and key worker support, consistently meeting and exceeding Ofsted standards.
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• Build trusting, positive relationships with young people, their families, and external professionals.
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• Contribute to individual care plans and support routines.
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• Maintain a clean and welcoming home environment, assisting with daily tasks like cooking and shopping.
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• Support children through daily activities, responding appropriately to their needs.
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• Record progress and incidents accurately, ensuring clear communication with management.
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• Complete and follow risk assessments for all activities, upholding policies and regulations.
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• Act as a positive role model, fostering a culture of trust and teamwork.
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What We’re Looking For\n

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

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• A full UK driving licence.
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• A commitment to completing either the Level 3 Diploma or Level 4 Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years if you don’t already hold a relevant qualification.
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Working Conditions\n

This is a full-time, permanent position with a shift pattern totaling 40 hours per week. You’ll enjoy a competitive base salary of £26,603.20 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £33,323.20 per annum through sleep-in shifts.

Why Join Us?\n

At Bay View Childcare, we value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your growth and wellbeing:

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• Competitive salary + up to £6,720 in sleep-in payments (6-8 per month at £70 each).
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• Regular supervision and support.
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• Company Pension.
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• Employee Discount Scheme.
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• Wellbeing programmes.
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• Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD.
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• Clear promotion opportunities.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is paramount, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful candidates.

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If you’re ready to make a positive impact and join a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!