Childrens Residential Care Worker

Responsibilities

• As a Support Worker, you'll act as a positive role model and trusted adult in a child's life. You'll provide emotional support and practical guidance, while also creating a safe and supportive environment.
• Your daily activities might include:
• Helping the children get ready for school or appointments
• Cooking healthy meals like tea or breakfast together
• Supporting with homework or evening routines
• Organising fun activities such as baking, crafts, movie nights, or walks
• Attending key events like parents' evenings or special days out
• Creating consistent boundaries and offering reassurance
• Celebrating their achievements, big and small
• Supporting them to build independence - from budgeting to personal care
• Most importantly, being there as a calm, dependable, and caring adult when they need it most
• You'll work closely with colleagues, social workers, teachers, and therapists - forming part of a multidisciplinary team all working in the child's best interests.

Requirements

• You don't need all the qualifications - we care about who you are as a person.
• We're looking for people who are:
• Friendly, empathetic, and patient
• Enthusiastic and full of positive energy
• Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure
• Natural role models with a child-first approach
• Willing to learn and grow in the role
• Experience in mental health, social care, or with children and young people is highly desirable, but not essential - full training is provided.
• Important Information - Please Read:
• This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
• All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• You must be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years.
• You'll need to supply details of all roles involving children or vulnerable adults, and provide full employment history back to full-time education.
• If you're ready to begin a rewarding, child-focused career where you'll play a key role in shaping a young person's future - apply now and start your journey with Cambian.

Benefits

Additional Information

Position: Support Worker - Children's Residential Care Location: Saltash Hourly Rate: £13.19- £13.81 (based on experience/qualifications) Overtime Rate: 1.25x Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? - Are you driven to create positive outcomes for others? - Are you flexible, compassionate, and child-focused? - Are you ready to take the next step in a rewarding and meaningful career? If this sounds like you - we'd love to hear from you today! Why Join Cambian Group? Working with us isn't just a job - it's a purpose. At Cambian, we believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can grow, thrive, and achieve their personal best. As a Support Worker in one of our specialist children's residential homes, you'll be doing more than just providing care - you'll be helping to shape futures. You'll join a warm, experienced team in a fully equipped, welcoming home where children are supported to flourish. Our goal is simple: to empower each young person to feel safe, heard, and valued - while helping them gain the life skills and confidence they need to build a brighter future.

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