Residential Child Care Worker

Job Description:

Residential Child Care Worker
Location: Derby
Client: Derby City Council
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week (07:00 – 14:00)
Salary: £16.65 per hour (Umbrella)
About the Role: We are seeking a Residential Child Care Worker to join Derby City Council on a temporary basis. The role involves providing high-quality care and support to children within a residential setting, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day care for children in a residential setting.
• Support children’s emotional, social, and educational development.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on children’s progress.
• Work closely with colleagues, families, and external agencies.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety standards.

Experience & Knowledge

• Previous experience in residential childcare or a similar role.
• Understanding of child development and safeguarding principles.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice in children’s services.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and colleagues.
• Resilience, patience, and adaptability in challenging situations.
• Team player with good organisational skills.

Additional Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Flexibility to work within the agreed shift pattern.

Additional Benefits

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in childcare.
• Supportive working environment.

If you are interested in the role and would like to contact me for further information on the role you can contact myself on the details below.

At Service Care Solutions we also offer a £250 bonus for referrals! If you think you know someone who would be ideal for this role and they are placed in the job you will then receive £250 at the end of their probationary period.

To apply for this role, or to refer someone else, then please do not hesitate to contact Jack at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email on (url removed)