Full job descriptionMain Purpose of the Role

To provide high-quality care, support, and supervision for children and young people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and additional needs within a residential setting. The post holder will promote safety, wellbeing, independence, and positive outcomes for all young people.

Shifts
7am – 11am
7am – 3pm
3pm – 10pm plus a sleepin’s


Key Responsibilities*Provide direct day-to-day care and support to children and young people.
*Promote physical, emotional, social, and educational development.
*Assist with personal care, medication administration, mobility support, and daily living activities where required.
*Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals.
*Support children to participate in leisure, educational, and community activities.
*Maintain accurate records, reports, and care documentation.
*Implement care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
*Safeguard children and report any concerns in accordance with child protection procedures.
*Work collaboratively with social workers, health professionals, schools, and families.
*Participate in shift work, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays as required.
Essential Skills and Experience*Experience working with children or young people in a residential, education, health, or social care setting.
*Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
*Good communication and record-keeping skills.
*Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
*Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
*Ability to remain calm and resilient when managing challenging situations.
Desirable Qualifications*Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve).
*Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs.
*First Aid, Medication Administration, or Safeguarding training.
Typical Duties on Shift*Supporting morning and evening routines.
*Assisting with meals and activities.
*Helping children attend appointments and outings.
*Completing daily logs and incident reports.
*Ensuring the home remains safe, welcoming, and child-focused.
*Supporting children to develop independence and life skills.
The service aims to provide high-quality residential care that promotes self-esteem, safeguarding, education, positive experiences, family relationships where appropriate, and independent living skills.