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Residential Childcare Support WorkerCompany: North Lakes Children's ServicesLocation: WigtonContract Type: Part-time, permanentSpecific Hours: 30 hours per week - shift patternUnqualified Basic Salary: £20,637.91 pro rata (based on £28,893.07 FTE), with the potential to earn up to £23,895.19 with sleep-in shifts.Qualified Basic Salary: £21,334.56 pro rata (based on £29,868.38 FTE), with the potential to earn up to £24,591.84 with sleep-in shifts.(Qualified Care Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare)What we offer: A rota pattern of 2 days on, 2 days off, with staggered start times ranging from 8am, 12noon or 2pm (i.e. 8am-10pm, 12pm-10pm or 2pm-10pm)Sleep-in allowance of £62.50 per night (up to £3,257.28 extra per year)Up to 6 weeks' holidayFree meals on dutyCompany pensionEmployee discount schemeWellbeing support via the Exchange ProvisionComprehensive training and ongoing CPDFunded qualifications (Level 3 & Level 5)Clear progression and promotion opportunitiesMonthly clinical & professional supervision, plus therapeutic supportAbout North Lakes: North Lakes Children's Services provides residential care and education for boys aged 6-18, helping them build resilience, confidence, and key life skills.As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be a positive role model-supportive, approachable, and committed to making a real difference in each young person's life.Main DutiesFollow daily shift plans, handovers, and routines (term-time and holidays).Support boys with morning/evening routines, personal care, meals, school runs, activities, and bedtime.Promote life skills, independence, room cleaning, and social development.Attend appointments and support planned activities and daily targets.Complete daily paperwork, handovers, budgeting tasks, and household checks.Carry out cleaning, laundry, shopping, and meal preparation duties.Complete safety checks (COSHH, fire, vehicle) as required.Build positive relationships with families and help organise family time and special occasions.Act as a Keyworker, offering warmth, empathy, and extra support to create meaningful experiences.About You:Flexibility to work 14-hour shifts (2 on / 2 off) with rotating start times (08:00, 12:00, 14:00), including sleep-insUnderstanding of the challenges faced by young people in careLevel 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards itExcellent communication and listening skillsWillingness to learn and work effectively within a small teamAbility to pass an enhanced DBS check (paid for by the organisation)Experience in EBD, social care, residential work, or youth work (advantageous)Full, clean UK driving licence and ability to cover other homes when neededNorth Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.TPBN1_UKTJ