Children Residential Care and Support Worker

Residential Childcare Support Worker Company : Bayview Childcare Location: Heysham, Morecambe Contract: Full time, permanent Specific Hours : Shift pattern 40 hours Salary: Base salary of £26,603.20 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £33,323.20 per annum with sleep‑in shifts We’re looking for warm, motivated Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our welcoming team at Bayview. You’ll work in one of our family‑style homes in Heysham or rural North Lancaster, each supporting up to four young people. You’ll help children aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural needs to build confidence, develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes. All our homes are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, and we’re looking for people who can help maintain these high standards. If you don’t already hold a relevant qualification, you’ll complete either the Level 3 Diploma or Level 4 Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years. A full UK driving licence is essential. Benefits Competitive salary up to £6,720 in sleep‑in payments (6-8 per month at £70 each) Regular supervisions and support Company pension Employee discount scheme Wellbeing programmes Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD Clear promotion opportunities Key Responsibilities & Childcare Practice Deliver high‑quality care and Key Worker support, consistently meeting and exceeding Ofsted standards. Build trusting, positive relationships with young people, their families and external professionals. Contribute to individual care plans and support routines that develop confidence, life skills and positive outcomes. Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home environment, helping with daily tasks such as cooking and shopping. Support children through daily activities, supervising closely and responding appropriately to worries, behaviours or conflict. Complete and follow risk assessments for all activities and uphold all policies, procedures and childcare regulations. Act as a positive role model, encouraging belonging, inclusion and a culture of trust and teamwork across the home. 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. You must willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Keywords: Child Care Worker, Location:…