Counselling and Social Services

Residential Childcare Support Worker
Company: Bayview Childcare
Location: Lancaster
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Specific Hours: Shift pattern, 40 hours per week
Salary: Base salary of £26,603.20 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £33,323.20 per annum with sleep-in shifts
We're looking for warm, motivated Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our welcoming team at Bayview. You'll work in one of our family-style homes in Heysham or rural North Lancaster, each supporting up to four young people.
You'll help children aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural needs to build confidence, develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes. A big part of your role will be creating a safe, nurturing and homely environment where every young person can thrive. All our homes are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, and we're looking for people who can help maintain these high standards.
If you don't already hold a relevant qualification, you'll complete a Level 3 Diploma or Level 4 Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Benefits
Competitive salary and up to £6,720 in sleep-in payments, based on 6-8 per month at £70 each
Regular supervision and support
Company pension
Employee discount scheme
Wellbeing programmes
Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD
Clear promotion opportunities
Key Responsibilities & Childcare Practice
Deliver high-quality care and key worker support, consistently meeting and exceeding Ofsted standards
Build trusting, positive relationships with young people, their families and external professionals
Contribute to individual care plans and support routines that develop confidence, life skills and positive outcomes
Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment, helping with daily tasks such as cooking and shopping
Support children through daily activities, supervising closely and responding appropriately to worries, behaviours or conflict
Record progress, behaviour, incidents and feedback accurately, ensuring clear communication with management
Complete and follow risk assessments for all activities and uphold all policies, procedures and childcare regulations
Act as a positive role model, encouraging belonging, inclusion and a culture of trust and teamwork across the home
Bay View is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
You must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position.