Residential Childcare Senior Support Worker

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our team in providing high-quality care and support to children and young people living in our residential home. You will play a vital role in helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Shift Details:

• 08:00 – 20:00 Monday – Sunday  

• 20.00 – 08.00 Monday – Sunday 

This will be on a rota pattern 

Why Join us?

Ocean Healthcare is one of the most highly respected care organisations in the Southwest. Check us out on Facebook or look at our Google Reviews. Our philosophy is Live Happy Care Well which is based on the principle that you can't pour from an empty cup. We’re committed to treating our staff well and doing the right thing by the people we serve. When you work with us, you’re part of a supportive, professional, and highly regarded team that prioritises your needs and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the emotional, social, and educational development of children and young people.

• Supervise and support team members

• Lead and direct teams on shift

• Support Registered Manager and take overall control of the home in their absence.

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children, following safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing home environment.

• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and daily records.

• Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals.

• Encourage positive behaviour and help young people develop life skills and independence.

• Participate in shift work, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience working with children or young people in a care or support setting.

• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

• Ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with young people.

• Resilience, patience, and a commitment to trauma-informed care.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and sleep-in shifts.

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).

• Full UK driving license.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting children with complex needs including emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and learning disabilities.

The ideal candidate will be caring, dependable, and willing to learn. You do not need previous experience in residential childcare, as full training and ongoing support will be provided. What matters most is that you are understanding, able to connect with and build relationships with young people.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension scheme

• Full training and support to gain qualifications

• Generous annual leave

• Supportive team and management

• Career Progression Opportunities

What You'll Need

• Good References

• You must hold a full UK driving license

• Reliability and good communication

• Right to to work in the UK

• A commitment to gaining a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. 

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we’d love to hear from you.

We look forward to speaking with you! Click 'APPLY' below to get started.