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Children Residential Support Worker

cedarways residential childcare
Burton-On-Trent Full-time
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Therapeutic Children's Support Worker – Residential Children's Home

Location: Burton\-on\-Trent, Staffordshire
Salary: £29,500 \- £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full\-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Therapeutic Children's Support Workers to join our growing residential childcare team in Burton\-on\-Trent.

Our therapeutic children's homes provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. Through trauma\-informed and therapeutic approaches, including the PACE model, we help children build confidence, resilience, independence, and positive relationships.

With two Ofsted\-rated "Good" homes and a new home opening soon, this is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation committed to delivering outstanding care while supporting the wellbeing and development of its staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high\-quality care and support within a therapeutic residential setting.

  • Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.

  • Act as a consistent role model, promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

  • Support children with daily routines, education, hobbies, and social activities.

  • Encourage the development of life skills, independence, and self\-confidence.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver consistent, child\-centred care.

  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and safeguarding practices.
About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

  • Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

  • Caring, patient, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure.

  • Strong communicators who work well as part of a team.

  • Committed to therapeutic and trauma\-informed approaches to care.

  • Flexible to work a rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep\-in shifts where required.

  • Experienced in residential childcare or a similar support role (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary of £29,500 \- £32,000 per year.

  • Comprehensive therapeutic and trauma\-informed training.

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

  • Regular supervision and ongoing support from experienced leaders.

  • Free meals during shifts.

  • Free on\-site parking.

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

  • Staff discount scheme.

  • A supportive and rewarding working environment where staff wellbeing matters.
Apply Today

If you are passionate about helping children overcome challenges and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a dedicated team where children are at the heart of everything we do.

*All appointments are subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and suitable references.*

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £29,500\.00\-£32,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • On\-site parking
Experience:
  • Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
  • Drivers Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

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