Solent Child Care
Senior Residential Child Care Worker
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Company Description
Solent Child Care is a small, independent provider that has built a strong reputation with commissioners and educators since its launch in 2015. The organization focuses on supporting children to achieve positive emotional, behavioral, and educational outcomes. Its team provides stable, nurturing residential environments tailored to the needs of each child. Prospective team members will join a service that is trusted for the progress and attainment of the children in its care.
Role Description
The Senior Residential Child Care Worker is a full-time, on-site role based in Sway, providing day-to-day care and support for children and young people in a residential setting. Responsibilities include:
- Building safe, trusting relationships
- Supporting children’s daily routines
- Promoting their emotional and behavioral development
- Planning and participating in activities
- Overseeing educational support
- Maintaining accurate records and care plans
- Contributing to reviews and meetings with external professionals
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The Senior Worker will also:
- Help guide and support junior staff
- Participate in ongoing training
- Follow safeguarding and regulatory standards
- Contribute to a positive, child-centered environment
Qualifications
- Strong childcare and working with children skills, including experience in residential or similar care settings.
- Experience in social services and multi-agency working to support the welfare and protection of children and young people.
- Ability to plan and deliver activities and events that promote children’s social, emotional, and educational development.
- Experience in training or mentoring colleagues to support consistent, high-quality care practice.
- Relevant qualification in childcare, social care, or a related field (e.g., Level 3 or above in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent).
- Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to follow policies and procedures diligently.
- Strong communication, record-keeping, and teamwork skills, with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Willingness to work full-time on-site in Sway, including flexible hours that may involve evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
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