Job Responsibilities
- Provide stability and act as a positive role model for young people
- Maintain clear and consistent boundaries so young people feel safe and secure
- Teach practical life skills: cooking, budgeting, preparing for independence
- Encourage hobbies, positive routines and healthy lifestyles
- Support emotional and behavioural development through trauma‑informed approaches
- Celebrate achievements and personal milestones
- Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns
Key Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare – desirable; fully funded if not yet held
- Strong communication skills; able to communicate clearly and respectfully
- Patience, resilience, reflective practice and reliability
- Flexibility to adapt to changing needs
- Desire for a career with purpose and impact
- Experience in residential childcare or willingness to undergo training
Working Environment
You will work within a team and receive regular training, guidance and supervision. No single day is the same; you will not be expected to manage alone.
Pay & Hours
Hourly rate: £12.80 – £13.48 (depending on experience and qualification) + sleep ins. Shifts: 3 pm – 11 pm, 10 am – 11 pm, with sleep‑in duty. 6‑week rolling rota for stability. Annual salary: £27,600 – £29,000 (including sleep‑ins).
Benefits
- Fully funded training – NVQ Level 3 Diploma or Level 4 Apprenticeship in Residential Childcare
- Specialist therapeutic training (trauma‑informed and attachment‑informed practice – DDP)
- Regular supervision and reflective practice
- Private healthcare
- Health cash scheme
- Confidential employee advice programme (well‑being, financial and legal support)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service benefit
- Blue‑light discount
- Length‑of‑service bonus
- Employee referral bonus
- Meals provided whilst on shift
Safeguarding & Verification
SWAAY is committed to safeguarding children. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.
Equal Opportunity
SWAAY is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce, celebrating each individual’s uniqueness. Zero tolerance to any form of discrimination or harassment.
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