Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker
Area Camden - City of London, London
£34,660.95 to £34,660.95 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Senior Residential Support Worker Company: Area Camden Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00am-20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Salary: £34,660.95 Location: Greater London (Covering Area Camden homes in Camden, Haringey & Islington) (Please note, it is essential that all candidates have relevant experience and qualifications in this role to be considered for an interview. You will need to have between 2 to 3 years experience and hold a Children's Workforce Diploma or equivalent to the children sector) Benefits: Comprehensive induction and mandatory training Clear progression opportunities Fixed rota pattern (08:00-20:00): - Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun (60 hours) - Week 2: Wed, Thu (24 hours) Minimum average of 168 hours per month 236 hours annual leave Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years (up to 272 hours) Pension scheme (after qualifying period) Area Camden Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, is built on values of respect, dignity, independence and positive parenting. We provide high‑quality, family‑style residential care for young people aged 11-18, with all support centred around their individual needs. Support Workers play a vital role in keeping young people safe and contributing to their daily care and development. In this role, you'll build positive relationships and help young people with emotional and behavioural needs feel included in their community and reach their full potential. Main Propose of the Role: The Senior Support Worker helps deliver high‑quality care and positive outcomes for young people. They act as a key worker, oversee daily practice, and support continuous improvement across the home. The role includes leading and mentoring staff, organising work patterns, and ensuring care plans, training needs, and safeguarding standards are met. Senior Support Workers record and review key work, plans, and risk assessments to maintain compliance. They also manage placement plans, respond to safeguarding concerns, and coordinate access to health, education, and therapeutic services. The role is essential to maintaining high standards and reports directly to the Registered Manager. Leadership and Home Management: Provide strong leadership and coaching to ensure high‑quality care and positive outcomes. Support the Manager/Senior team in upholding care standards and implementing policies. Help monitor compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and Health & Safety. Work as part of the rota to support the home's 24/7 operation and maintain safe, consistent care. Ensure staff remain focused on delivering excellent childcare practice. Contribute to quality assurance, including inspections and Regulation 44 visits. Support recording systems, admin tasks, and general household upkeep. Assist with managing the home's budget, including incidental and repair costs. Area Camden 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. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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Senior Residential Support Worker
Area Camden - Haverhill, Suffolk
£34,660.95 to £34,660.95 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Area Camden Senior Residential Support Worker Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (12-hour shifts) Salary: £34,660.95 per annum Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Essential Eligibility Please note, it is essential that all candidates have relevant experience and qualifications to be considered for an interview. You will need 2-3 years' experience and must hold a Children's Workforce Diploma or an equivalent qualification relevant to the children's residential care sector. Benefits Comprehensive induction and mandatory training Clear progression opportunities Fixed rota pattern (08:00 - 20:00): Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday (48 hours) Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (36 hours) 168 hours per month 236 hours' annual leave, including bank holidays Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for three years, up to 272 hours Pension scheme (after qualifying period) About Us Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, is built on values of respect, dignity, independence and positive parenting. We provide high-quality, family-style residential care for young people aged 11-18, with all support centred around their individual needs. Support Workers play a vital role in keeping young people safe and contributing to their daily care and development. In this role, you'll build positive relationships and help young people with emotional and behavioural needs feel included in their community and reach their full potential. Main Purpose of the Role The Senior Support Worker helps deliver high-quality care and positive outcomes for young people. They act as a key worker, oversee daily practice and support continuous improvement across the home. The role includes leading and mentoring staff, organising work patterns and ensuring care plans, training needs and safeguarding standards are met. Senior Support Workers record and review key work, care plans and risk assessments to maintain compliance. They also manage placement plans, respond to safeguarding concerns and coordinate access to health, education and therapeutic services. The role is essential to maintaining high standards and reports directly to the Registered Manager. Leadership and Home Management Provide strong leadership and coaching to ensure high-quality care and positive outcomes Support the Registered Manager and senior team in upholding care standards and implementing policies Help monitor compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards and health and safety requirements Work as part of the rota to support the home's 24-hour operation and maintain safe, consistent care Ensure staff remain focused on delivering high-quality childcare practice Contribute to quality assurance, including inspections and Regulation 44 visits Support recording systems, administrative tasks and general household upkeep Assist with managing the home's budget, including incidental and repair costs Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Area Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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Residential Deputy Manager
Area Camden - Haverhill, Suffolk
£39,362.67 to £39,362.67 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Area Camden Residential Deputy Manager Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (12-hour shifts) Salary: £39,362.67 per annum Location: Haverhill, Suffolk About Us Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality care that supports young people to achieve their goals. As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service, helping to create a caring, respectful environment for young people aged 11-18. You'll ensure individual needs are met, staff practice remains consistent with our values and all care delivery meets legal requirements and Area Camden's Statement of Purpose. About the Role Support the Registered Manager and deputise when required, helping to oversee the effective running of the home. Supervise, guide and support staff, ensuring effective communication, high standards of practice and completion of staff supervisions. Help manage key operational areas, including care quality, recruitment, training, staffing, the home environment and financial duties. Assess young people's needs and contribute to personalised care plans, ensuring cultural, social and emotional needs are met. Promote positive behaviour, independence, wellbeing and active participation in decision-making. Maintain respectful, non-discriminatory practice and provide high-quality personal care in line with individual plans. Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Ofsted standards, health and safety requirements, COSHH and all relevant legislation. Keep risk assessments and health and safety checks up to date, ensuring a safe environment and supporting inspection processes, including Regulation 44 visits. Maintain accurate records, including care plans, risk assessments, medication and financial documentation. Build strong relationships with young people, families, staff and external professionals. Support recruitment, induction and the identification of staff training requirements. Assist with admissions, including visits, paperwork and ensuring a smooth and welcoming transition for each young person. Attend meetings and ensure key information is shared within the team and with partner agencies. Ensure staff are trained and confident in relevant intervention strategies. Work within the rota pattern of 08:00 - 20:00, completing 168 hours per month as required by the rota. Essential Skills At least two years' experience in residential childcare A Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent Child protection experience Strong leadership and staff supervision skills Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Experience of managing budgets and staff rotas Project-management skills and an enthusiastic approach A demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development A proactive, solution-focused approach Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Area Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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Residential Deputy Manager
Area Camden - Soham, Cambridgeshire
£39,362.67 to £39,362.67 a year
PermanentFull time
Area Camden Residential Deputy Manager Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (12-hour shifts) Salary: £39,362.67 per annum Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire About Us Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality care that supports young people to achieve their goals. As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day-to-day running of the service, helping to create a caring, respectful environment for young people aged 11-18. You'll ensure individual needs are met, staff practice remains consistent with our values and all care delivery meets legal requirements and Area Camden's Statement of Purpose. About the Role Support the Registered Manager and deputise when required, helping to oversee the effective running of the home Supervise, guide and support staff, ensuring effective communication, high standards of practice and completion of staff supervisions Help manage key operational areas including care quality, recruitment, training, staffing, the home environment and financial duties Assess young people's needs and contribute to personalised care plans, ensuring cultural, social and emotional needs are met Promote positive behaviour, independence, wellbeing and active participation in decision-making Maintain respectful, non-discriminatory practice and provide high-quality personal care in line with individual plans Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, health and safety requirements, COSHH and all relevant legislation Keep risk assessments and health and safety checks up to date, ensuring a safe environment and supporting inspection processes, including Regulation 44 visits Maintain accurate records, including care plans, risk assessments, medication and financial documentation Build strong relationships with young people, families, staff and external professionals Support with staffing needs, including recruitment, induction and identifying training requirements Assist with admissions, including visits, paperwork and ensuring a smooth and welcoming transition for each young person Attend meetings and ensure key information is shared within the team and with partner agencies Ensure staff are trained and confident in relevant intervention strategies Work within the rota pattern (08:00-20:00), supporting a minimum average of 168 hours per month Essential Skills At least two years' experience in residential childcare A Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent Child protection experience Strong leadership and staff supervision skills Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Experience of managing budgets and staff rotas Project-management skills and an enthusiastic approach A demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development A proactive, solution-focused approach Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Area Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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Children's Home Deputy Manager
Area Camden - Camden, London
£39,362.67 to £39,362.67 a year
PermanentFull time
Residential Deputy Manager Company: Area Camden Contract: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Salary: £39,362.67 per annum Location: Camden, London Area Camden Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high‑quality care that supports young people to achieve their goals. As Deputy Manager, you will support the Registered Manager with the day‑to‑day running of the service, helping to create a caring, respectful environment for young people aged 11-18. You'll ensure individual needs are met, staff practice remains consistent with our values, and that all care delivery meets legal requirements and Area Camden's Statement of Purpose. About the role: Support the Registered Manager and deputise when required, helping oversee the day‑to‑day running of the home. Supervise, guide and support staff, ensuring effective communication, high standards of practice and completion of supervisions. Help manage key operational areas including care quality, recruitment, training, staffing, the home environment and basic financial duties. Assess young people's needs and contribute to personalised care plans, ensuring cultural, social and emotional needs are met. Promote positive behaviour, independence, wellbeing and active participation in decision‑making. Maintain respectful, non‑discriminatory practice and provide high‑quality personal care in line with individual plans. Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted standards, Health & Safety, COSHH and all relevant legislation. Keep risk assessments and health & safety checks up to date, ensuring a safe environment and supporting inspection processes (including Regulation 44). Maintain accurate records, including care plans, risk assessments, medication and financial documentation. Build strong relationships with young people, families, staff and external professionals. Support with staffing needs, including recruitment, induction and identifying training requirements. Assist with admissions, including visits, paperwork and ensuring a smooth and welcoming transition for each young person. Attend meetings and ensure key information is shared within the team and partner agencies. Ensure staff are trained and confident in relevant intervention strategies. Work within the rota pattern (08:00-20:00), supporting a minimum average of 168 hours per month. Essential skills required: Residential childcare experience (2+ years) Hold Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce or equivalent Child Protection experience Leadership and staff supervision skills Well-developed written and verbal communication Management of budgets and staff rotas Project management skills and have an enthusiastic disposition Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal development Be proactive, solution focused and have an enthusiastic disposition Polaris 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. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker
Area Camden - Haverhill, Suffolk
£31,867.18 to £31,867.18 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Area Camden Contract Type: Permanent Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Salary: Up to £31,867.18 per annum (dependent on qualifications) Qualified Rate: Applies to those with a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Hours: 20:00-08:00 (12‑hour waking night shifts) About Area Camden: Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high‑quality, consistent care to help young people achieve their goals. Our staff are carefully trained to ensure a safe and stable night‑time environment, with safeguarding at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with families and professionals to ensure each young person's needs are met. We're now hiring a Waking Night Support Worker to help provide a safe, nurturing residential setting that supports children's physical, emotional, and social development. Benefits: Comprehensive induction and mandatory training Clear progression and development opportunities Rotational night‑shift rota (20:00-08:00): Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun - 48 hours Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri - 36 hours Minimum 168 hours per month 236 hours annual leave Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years (up to 272 hours) Pension scheme (after qualifying period) Fully funded required qualifications if not already held Duties and Responsibilities: Stay awake and alert for the full night shift Ensure the safety and wellbeing of each child throughout the night Offer empathy and support when young people need reassurance Support personalised bedtime routines and occasional activities Keep accurate computer‑based records Follow the Philomena protocol when reporting a missing child Communicate effectively with out‑of‑hours services and handle calls professionally Follow Area Camden policies and be a positive role model for children and colleagues Contribute to the home's ethos and adapt to the needs of the young people Essential Skills Required Strong teamwork, energy, and enthusiasm Understanding of safeguarding children Ability to follow tasks and record detailed handovers Able to maintain policies and procedures Good written and verbal communication Ability to listen, engage, and act appropriately with children Organised, with good planning skills Willing to work toward a relevant Level 3 qualification (if not already held) Area Camden 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. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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Children's Home Registered Manager
Area Camden - West End, London
£52,000 to £58,600 a year
PermanentFull time
Children's Home Registered Manager Company: Area Camden Location: London Specific Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: Base salary of £52,000, with the potential to earn up to £58,600 through bonuses Area Camden has been an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2014. We are seeking an experienced and committed Registered Manager to lead our new solo children's home in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with 2-3 years of management experience and a strong background in supporting young people aged 9-17 with complex emotional and behavioural needs. At Area Camden, children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing homes where they can thrive, and we are looking for a manager who shares our values, ambition and commitment to high-quality care. You will collaborate closely with external professionals and partner agencies, so professionalism and consistently high standards of practice are essential. Why join Area Camden? Joining Area Camden means becoming part of a provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. We value strong leadership, reflective practice and professional development, and we are committed to giving our managers the support they need to lead with confidence and make a lasting difference. In addition to a competitive salary and bonus structure, we offer a comprehensive and hands-on support network to ensure our Registered Managers feel fully supported: Proven track record of excellence: Since 2014, Area Camden has consistently achieved Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, providing a stable and high-performing environment for our managers. Strong systems and operational structure: We have well-established systems, processes and frameworks in place to support you in the day-to-day running of your home, enabling you to focus on delivering high-quality care. Hands-on senior leadership team: You will receive direct support and oversight from an experienced leadership team, including the Responsible Individual, Operations Director and Head of Care, who take a visible and proactive approach. Leaders with real Registered Manager experience: Our senior team, including full-time Responsible Individuals and operational leaders, have previously worked as Registered Managers. This means you will receive practical, knowledgeable and responsive support from individuals who truly understand the role. Part of the wider Polaris Community: As part of Polaris Community, you will benefit from a broad range of specialist central support services, including: Designated recruitment team HR People and Employee Relations support Quality Assurance and Compliance teams Learning and Development programmes Safeguarding specialists Health and Safety teams A wider professional network: You will be part of a broader residential community of managers and professionals, providing opportunities to collaborate, share best practice and access resources. Opportunities to get involved and influence: Engage in wider participation groups and initiatives, including diversity and inclusion forums such as diversity champions, giving you a voice beyond your home. Continuous development and shared learning: We are committed to supporting your professional growth through training, development opportunities and peer support. About the role As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, safe and nurturing care for children and young people in the home. You will hold overall accountability for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the child, overseeing day-to-day operations, leading staff practice, and driving continuous improvement in line with Area Camden's standards, ethos and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. You will provide strong leadership, ensuring care is child-centred and focused on achieving the best outcomes for the child. In a solo home, this includes maintaining robust safeguarding systems, safer staffing arrangements, clear risk assessments, and effective multi-agency working. You will ensure the child's individual vulnerabilities, behaviours and support needs are understood and responded to consistently. You will supervise as well as mentor staff, organise work patterns, deliver care-focused training, ensure care plans, safeguarding procedures and support services are implemented effectively. Requirements for the role: A Leadership and Management qualification, or willingness to work towards one, together with NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People Strong childcare and safeguarding knowledge, including the Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, with the ability to lead safeguarding practice, manage risk, respond to incidents, and ensure the home meets its duty to protect and promote the welfare of the child at all times Experience of managing staff teams, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead with confidence, professionalism and resilience A genuine passion for children's homes and a strong commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people Benefits 6-month probation period 32 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year for the first three years Workplace pension, post probation Mobile phone provided Ofsted performance bonus: £3,000 for an Outstanding judgement and £1,500 for a Good judgement Full occupancy bonus of £300 per month Company car or £3,000 annual travel allowance Local parking permit 3-month notice period, except in disciplinary cases Appointment subject to Ofsted approval In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape a safe, stable and nurturing home environment where your leadership can have a meaningful and lasting impact on a child's life. This is a 40-hour per week role. The Registered Manager will manage their own rota and take part in the on-call rota. Area Camden 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. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
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Children's Team Leader
Bay View Childcare - Morecambe, Lancashire
£28,915.33 to £35,635.33 a year
PermanentFull time
Children's Team Leader - Make a Difference Every Day Lead with purpose. Support children to thrive. Be part of a home where your work truly matters. Company: Bay View Childcare Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 40 hours per week Responsible to: Registered Manager Location: Heysham Salary: Base salary of £28,915.33 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £35,635.33 per annum with sleep-in shifts If you want to be part of a supportive organisation where children are at the heart of everything we do, we'd love to hear from you. Bay View Childcare is looking for a confident, caring and motivated Residential Home Team Leader to join our family-style home in Heysham, supporting up to four children aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural needs. This is more than a supervisory role. You will help shape a safe, nurturing and positive home environment, lead by example, support the day-to-day running of the service, and play a key part in maintaining Good and Outstanding Ofsted standards. About Bay View Bay View Childcare provides safe, nurturing and family-style homes for children who need stability, care and consistent support. We are passionate about creating environments where children feel listened to, valued and able to build brighter futures. Our teams work with compassion, professionalism and ambition, supporting children to develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships. As part of Bay View, you'll join an organisation that values high standards, reflective practice and the people who make a real difference every day. What We're Looking For Experience working in children's residential care or a similar setting, with the confidence to support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs A caring, resilient and child-centred approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and set clear, consistent boundaries The ability to lead by example, motivate others and contribute to a positive team culture A good understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, recording, care planning and the importance of working to high standards A Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children and Young People, or an equivalent relevant qualification A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to work as part of a residential rota, including sleep-in shifts when required Why Join Bay View? A competitive salary, up to £35,635.33 per year including sleep-in shifts payments (6-8 per month at £70 each) Opportunities to work overtime Regular supervision, guidance and hands-on support from experienced managers Company pension scheme Access to the Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Wellbeing support through the Exchange Provision High-quality training and ongoing CPD to help you grow in your career Clear opportunities to progress within a supportive and ambitious organisation What You'll Be Doing Creating, reviewing and maintaining high-quality care plans that meet legislation, Ofsted standards and Bay View policies Building trusting, positive relationships with children and helping them take part in activities that support their development and wellbeing Leading by example to create a safe, inclusive home where positive behaviour, clear boundaries and high standards are consistently promoted Recording and sharing key information clearly with children, families, professionals and the Registered Manager Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the home and deputising for the Registered Manager when required Helping manage rotas, budgets, sleep-ins, on-call arrangements and household planning Contributing to team meetings, encouraging open communication and supporting a culture of continuous improvement Supporting safe staffing levels, managing absences and carrying out staff supervisions Keeping your knowledge and practice up to date through training, reflection and professional development Acting quickly and appropriately if concerns arise, escalating matters when needed to safeguard children and maintain high standards Ready to take the next step? Apply today and help create a home where children feel safe, supported and able to thrive. Bay View Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Bay View Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children 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.
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Residential Childcare Support Worker
Area Camden - Camden, London
£30,277.23 to £31,867.18 a year
PermanentFull time
Residential Childcare Support Worker Salary: Unqualified: Base salary of £30,277.23 to £31,208.49 on successful completion of probation period Qualified Salary: Base salary of £31,867.18 (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent) Contract Type: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts) Location: Greater London (Covering Area Camden homes in Camden, Haringey & Islington) What we offer: Comprehensive induction and mandatory training to support your development and progression Fixed 12‑hour shift rota (08:00-20:00): - Week 1: Wed, Thur (24 hours) - Week 2: Mon,Tues, Fri,Sat,Sun (60 hours) Guaranteed minimum average of 168 hours per month Waking Night contracts available 236 hours annual leave per year Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years (up to 272 hours) Pension scheme (after qualifying period) Fully funded enrolment onto required qualifications About Area Camden Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high‑quality, family‑style residential care built on values of respect, dignity, choice and positive parenting. We support young people aged 11-18, with all care tailored to their individual needs. Support Workers play a key role in keeping young people safe and helping them develop emotionally, socially and academically. In this role, you'll build positive relationships, support young people with emotional and behavioural needs, and help them feel included in their local community. Main Responsibilities Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person's development. Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships and engage in their local community. Promote confidence, self‑esteem and independence, encouraging positive life choices. Maintain accurate records, including daily updates, safeguarding information and health & safety checks. Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing and implementing care plans. Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues and external professionals; supervise family contact when required. Support daily living needs in line with each young person's care plan. Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate. Required Attributes Have the ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive approach Be self-motivated with a positive nature Be sensitive and reflective Have the ability to listen and empathise Be able to work individually and within a team Have experience working in the care sector or residential care Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Be willing to work some Bank Holidays Area Camden 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. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
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Residential Childcare Support Worker
Area Camden - Haverhill, Suffolk
£34,381.23 to £35,971.18 a year
PermanentFull time
Residential Childcare Support Worker Salary: Unqualified: Base salary of £30,277.23 with a potential to earn up to £34,381.23 with sleep ins Qualified: Base salary of £31,867.18 with a potential to earn up to £35,971.18 with sleep ins (Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent) Contract Type: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (12-hour shifts) Location: Haverhill, Suffolk What we offer: Comprehensive induction and mandatory training to support your development and progression. Fixed 12-hour shift rota (08:00-20:00): Week 1: Mon,Tues,Sat,Sun (48 hours) Week 2: Weds,Thurs,Fri (36 hours) Guaranteed minimum average of 168 hours per month. Waking Night contracts available. 236 hours annual leave per year Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years (up to 272 hours). Pension scheme (after qualifying period). Fully funded enrolment onto required qualifications. About Area Camden Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality, family-style residential care built on values of respect, dignity, choice and positive parenting. We support young people aged 11-18, with all care tailored to their individual needs. Support Workers play a key role in keeping young people safe and helping them develop emotionally, socially and academically. In this role, you'll build positive relationships, support young people with emotional and behavioural needs, and help them feel included in their local community. Main Responsibilities Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person's development. Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships and engage in their local community. Promote confidence, self-esteem and independence, encouraging positive life choices. Maintain accurate records, including daily updates, safeguarding information and health and safety checks. Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing and implementing care plans. Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues and external professionals; supervise family contact when required. Support daily living needs in line with each young person's care plan. Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate. Required Attributes Ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive way. Self-motivated with a positive nature. Sensitive and reflective. Ability to listen and empathise. Ability to work individually and as part of a team. Experience working in the care sector or residential care. Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertaking a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Willingness to work some bank holidays. Area Camden 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. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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