Residential Childcare Support Worker

Residential Childcare Support Worker - 1:1 Support (Female Only)

Full Time / Permanent - Poole

Unqualified Rate: £14 per hour (plus sleep‑ins) Qualified Rate (Level 3/4): £15 per hour (plus sleep‑ins) Sleep‑In Payment: £65 per night Hours: 24‑hour shifts

About Us

We are a local residential care provider offering high‑quality, individualised support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, Autism, and social/emotional mental health needs. Many of the young people we support have experienced early trauma, and our aim is to provide a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment.

This role provides dedicated 1‑1 support, helping young people build trust, develop life skills, and move towards greater independence. All staff receive training in developmental trauma and therapeutic approaches.

Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the young person, this position is open to female applicants only (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9).

Main Duties & Requirements

Experience supporting young people with Autism and challenging behaviour

Experience administering and supervising medication

Ability to work 7 x 24‑hour shifts (including sleep‑ins) over a 3‑week rotation

Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare

Ability to build positive, trusting 1‑1 relationships

Encouraging young people's interests, routines, and personal development

Willingness to follow guidance and work as part of a therapeutic team

Hold or be willing to work towards Level 3 Residential Childcare

Full UK driving licence and access to a car with commercial/business insurance

Excellent communication and reflective practice skills

Enhanced DBS required (paid for by the organisation)

Experience in EBD, residential care, SEN, or youth work is advantageous

Benefits

£65 per night sleep‑in allowance

Up to 6 weeks' annual leave

All meals provided while on shift

Company pension

Employee discount schemes

Wellbeing support

Comprehensive induction & ongoing CPD

Clear progression routes

Monthly clinical & professional supervision

How to Apply

To apply or request more information, please contact Harry Haward Tel: (phone number removed)