Bank Children's Care Worker

Rockhoppercs; Buxton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education and care provider in the UK is seeking individuals to support and care for children in a safe environment. The role involves building confidence and independence and requires experience with children with complex needs. The successful candidate will receive ongoing training and potentially a diploma in Residential Childcare. Attractive benefits include a supportive team and health programs.

Benefits

Health and well-being programmes

Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure

Cycle to work scheme

Generous life cover

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children and young people with mental health needs.
• Ability to work closely with a team.
• Skills in providing emotional and practical support.

Responsibilities

• Support and care for children in a safe environment.
• Build children's confidence and independence.
• Ensure every child feels valued and heard.

Skills

Caring and empathetic nature

Experience working with children with complex needs

Resilience and patience

Positive attitude

Passion for making a difference

Education

Level 3 diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

What you’ll be doing

Support and care for children in a safe environment

Help build their confidence, independence, and life skills

Work closely with a team to provide emotional and practical support

Ensure every child feels valued and heard

What we’re looking for

• A caring and empathetic nature
• Experience working with children and young people with complex and mental health needs
• Resilience, patience, and a positive attitude
• A passion for making a difference in young lives

Why work for us?

• Supportive and friendly staff team
• Ongoing development and training including the opportunity to gain a level 3 diploma in Residential Childcare (plus £1000 bonus if completed within 12 months!)
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same and you’ll make a real impact!
• We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Who are we?

At Kedleston we specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Address:
Rockhopper Children's Services,
Unit 7, Brook Business Centre,
Cowley Mill Road, Uxbridge,
UB8 2FX

We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable children and young people and safeguarding is the responsibility of us all.