Residential Childcare Worker

Worthing /Up to £36,500 per year (including sleep-ins) /Full-Time, 2 Days On / 3 Days Off Rolling Rota We’re excited to offer a unique opportunity to join a brand-new children’s home in Worthing, opening in August. This home is part of a mission-driven organisation committed to transforming the experience of children in care. Rooted in trauma-informed care, we are raising the bar and setting a new gold standard in residential childcare. Why Join Us? * Be part of a passionate team making life-changing impacts on children and families. * Benefit from strong leadership, career progression, and specialist training. * Competitive salary up to £36,500 per year (including sleep-ins). * Intensive onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development. Your Role As a Residential Children’s Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting and empowering young people who have experienced trauma. You’ll contribute to every aspect of their care and development in a professional, compassionate, and consistent way. Key Responsibilities: * Support the emotional, physical, and educational development of young people. * Contribute to and implement individual care plans and risk assessments. * Maintain high standards in residential care as expected by Ofsted. * Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals. * Serve as a consistent, positive role model and mentor. * Manage challenging behaviour and support children in crisis with a calm, trauma-informed approach. * Encourage the development of independence, life skills, and social integration. * Maintain detailed, accurate records and follow procedures and risk assessments. What We're Looking For * A genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs and trauma backgrounds. * Resilience, patience, and commitment to never giving up on a child. * Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Experience in children’s residential care is welcomed but not essential. We value a wide range of life experiences and transferable skills, including hobbies or talents that can positively engage young people. Shift Pattern & Hours * 5-week rolling rota: 2 days on, 3 days off * Shifts: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (followed by a sleep-in) * Flexibility to cover early or late shifts between 7:30 AM and 10:30 PM * Includes weekend work as part of the rota Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re compassionate, resilient, and driven to support vulnerable children, we’d love to hear from you

Location: Worthing, West Sussex, GB

Posted Date: 11/3/2025