Reed
Residential Care Worker (Children’s Home)
Pay: £26,400 to £27,360
Location: Doncaster
Reporting to: Senior Residential Worker / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager
About the Role
We are looking for a committed Residential Care Worker to support children and young people in a residential setting. You will provide high-quality, therapeutic care, helping to meet their emotional, social, and developmental needs while ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times.
This role involves shift work, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safe, nurturing, and relationship-based care to children and young people
- Support care plans, risk assessments, and daily routines
- Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a role model
- Promote education, health, and personal development outcomes
- Act as a key worker, supporting individual needs and goals
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and case files in line with regulations
- Work in partnership with social workers, schools, health professionals, and families
- Support young people to access activities, advocacy, and services
- Contribute to a safe and well-maintained home environment
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Follow all safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards and relevant legislation
- Support safe administration of medication
- Report concerns and incidents appropriately
General Duties
- Work flexibly on a rota basis, including sleep-ins
- Drive company vehicles (where required)
- Participate in training, team meetings, and handovers
- Support the overall smooth running of the home
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for working with children and young people
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a challenging but rewarding environment
- Commitment to safeguarding and high-quality care
- Willingness to work shifts and complete ongoing training
Equality & Diversity
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage an inclusive and supportive workplace.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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