Residential Childcare Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £13.67 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | plus 'sleep in' enhancements, overtime and Company benefits |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 12 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Bournemouth, Dorset |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Beaufort Care Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | Bournemouth |
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Role: Residential Childcare Support Worker (Children's home)
Location: Bournemouth and surrounding areas
Salary: From £32,846 per annum, inclusive of enhancements
Hours: 37 hours per week, plus 10 sleep-in shifts per month and overtime opportunities
Roster: 3 week rolling roster to include weekends and Bank holidays
Why work with us?
Shared Ownership: You’re not just joining a company - you’re becoming part of an Employee-Owned Trust that we all benefit from
Competitive Pay: Great opportunity to earn, with potential to increase your salary upon successful probation and achievement of NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification (or equivalent), PLUS sleep-in and over-time rates
Employee Benefits: 5.6 weeks holiday rising with service; £500 joining bonus (T&Cs apply); Blue Light Card; free DBS; referral bonuses; long service awards to a maximum of £2000; and company events
Professional Development: Comprehensive and fully paid induction; relevant, professional qualifications paid for by us; continuous skills and knowledge training; plus opportunities for career advancement in the childcare industry with an expanding company
About the Role
As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will perform a vital role in our children's lives, working as part of a team, and being a responsible, trusted ‘parent figure’ for looked-after children.
Your responsibilities include:
Building strong, positive relationships with children who have experienced traumatic and difficult backgrounds
Supporting their educational and emotional development, helping them to heal and thrive
Plan and co-ordinate engaging, fun activities, encouraging the children’s leisure interests
Ensure a structured, safe, comfortable home environment
Follow regulatory processes using IT, good administration and record keeping
About you
To succeed as a Residential Childcare Support Worker, we’re looking for candidates who are:
Dedicated to child safeguarding
Empathetic and effective communicators, able to form trusted, meaningful relationships with children
Passionate about making a positive difference in children’s welfare
Resilient and patient, capable of handling challenging behaviours
Proactive and creative in activity planning
Capable of practical ‘life skills’ including cooking, cleaning and good home management
Detail-oriented and competent users of IT, to ensure that every child’s needs are met and documented in line with regulatory expectations and standards
Essential must haves
A valid UK driving licence and a willingness to travel as part of the role, including areas of Bournemouth, Ringwood, Ferndown, and Head Office in Ringwood.
Willingness to pursue relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People & Families Practitioner.
More About Beaufort Care Group
For over 20 years, Beaufort Care Group has been a leading provider of residential childcare services for looked-after children aged 6-18. Specialising in emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), our established and reputable children’s homes all have a cosy ‘family feel’ and are dedicated to offering high-quality, therapeutic childcare, ensuring each child's individual needs are met in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Our focus remains clear:
Delivering quality care
Supporting staff development
Maintaining high occupancy standards
Driving growth and innovation
Commitment to Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
Beaufort Care Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities. Candidates will be subject to a thorough application and recruitment process, with successful applicants undergoing robust background checks including Police and Safeguarding enquiries to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care.
#childcare #SEN #childwelfare #safeguarding #teachingassistant #nanny #aupair
Location: Bournemouth and surrounding areas
Salary: From £32,846 per annum, inclusive of enhancements
Hours: 37 hours per week, plus 10 sleep-in shifts per month and overtime opportunities
Roster: 3 week rolling roster to include weekends and Bank holidays
Why work with us?
Shared Ownership: You’re not just joining a company - you’re becoming part of an Employee-Owned Trust that we all benefit from
Competitive Pay: Great opportunity to earn, with potential to increase your salary upon successful probation and achievement of NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner qualification (or equivalent), PLUS sleep-in and over-time rates
Employee Benefits: 5.6 weeks holiday rising with service; £500 joining bonus (T&Cs apply); Blue Light Card; free DBS; referral bonuses; long service awards to a maximum of £2000; and company events
Professional Development: Comprehensive and fully paid induction; relevant, professional qualifications paid for by us; continuous skills and knowledge training; plus opportunities for career advancement in the childcare industry with an expanding company
About the Role
As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will perform a vital role in our children's lives, working as part of a team, and being a responsible, trusted ‘parent figure’ for looked-after children.
Your responsibilities include:
Building strong, positive relationships with children who have experienced traumatic and difficult backgrounds
Supporting their educational and emotional development, helping them to heal and thrive
Plan and co-ordinate engaging, fun activities, encouraging the children’s leisure interests
Ensure a structured, safe, comfortable home environment
Follow regulatory processes using IT, good administration and record keeping
About you
To succeed as a Residential Childcare Support Worker, we’re looking for candidates who are:
Dedicated to child safeguarding
Empathetic and effective communicators, able to form trusted, meaningful relationships with children
Passionate about making a positive difference in children’s welfare
Resilient and patient, capable of handling challenging behaviours
Proactive and creative in activity planning
Capable of practical ‘life skills’ including cooking, cleaning and good home management
Detail-oriented and competent users of IT, to ensure that every child’s needs are met and documented in line with regulatory expectations and standards
Essential must haves
A valid UK driving licence and a willingness to travel as part of the role, including areas of Bournemouth, Ringwood, Ferndown, and Head Office in Ringwood.
Willingness to pursue relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People & Families Practitioner.
More About Beaufort Care Group
For over 20 years, Beaufort Care Group has been a leading provider of residential childcare services for looked-after children aged 6-18. Specialising in emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), our established and reputable children’s homes all have a cosy ‘family feel’ and are dedicated to offering high-quality, therapeutic childcare, ensuring each child's individual needs are met in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Our focus remains clear:
Delivering quality care
Supporting staff development
Maintaining high occupancy standards
Driving growth and innovation
Commitment to Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
Beaufort Care Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities. Candidates will be subject to a thorough application and recruitment process, with successful applicants undergoing robust background checks including Police and Safeguarding enquiries to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care.
#childcare #SEN #childwelfare #safeguarding #teachingassistant #nanny #aupair