Residential Childcare Worker – Full Time – Bournemouth Social Care

NeedAJob; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care organization in Bournemouth is seeking a compassionate Residential Childcare Worker to join their team. You will be responsible for providing day-to-day care, emotional support, and promoting independence among young people in a nurturing environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage challenging situations are essential. This position offers a salary range of £12.75 – £13.50/hour with permanent or temporary contracts available.

Qualifications

• Naturally caring and patient with a commitment to make a difference.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations.
• Reliable and emotionally resilient.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide day-to-day care, guidance, and emotional support.
• Promote independence and life skills.
• Support young people to manage behaviors and emotions.
• Contribute to care planning and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding policies.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Strong communication

Team player

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and motivated Residential Childcare Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people in a residential care setting in Bournemouth. You will play a vital role in providing a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where young people can grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide day-to-day care, guidance, and emotional support.
• Promote independence, life skills, and educational engagement.
• Support young people to manage behaviours, emotions, and challenges in a trauma-informed manner.
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and teamwork within the home.
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding policies at all times.
• Participate in shift work, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

Qualifications

• Naturally caring, patient, and committed to making a difference.
• Able to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Reliable, responsible, and emotionally resilient.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate Residential Childcare Worker who cares about helping young people build brighter futures, we would love to hear from you.

Salary: £12.75 – £13.50/hour

Job Type: Permanent, Temporary

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset