Job Description:

Residential Child Care Worker

📍 Hampshire
💷 Up to £14.31 per hour + Sleep-In Payments
🕒 Full Time | Permanent | 37.5 Hours per Week

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people?

JP Healthcare Recruitment is currently recruiting for a dedicated Residential Child Care Worker to join a children's residential service in Hampshire supporting young people with Learning Disabilities.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help create a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where children can thrive, develop resilience, and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

• Support children and young people with Learning Disabilities in all aspects of daily living
• Build positive relationships and celebrate achievements and progress
• Support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing
• Assist with individualised care plans and daily routines
• Promote independence, life skills, and educational development
• Manage challenging behaviours in a therapeutic and supportive manner
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Undertake key worker responsibilities and attend professional meetings where required
• Support children both within the home and in the community

Requirements

✔ NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People, or willingness to work towards
✔ Experience working with children with Learning Disabilities and/or Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
✔ Resilient, caring, and passionate about supporting young people
✔ Strong written and verbal communication skills
✔ Full UK Driving Licence desirable

Benefits

✅ Permanent Full-Time Contract
✅ Additional Sleep-In Opportunities
✅ Free Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Whilst on Shift
✅ Ongoing Training & Career Development
✅ Opportunities for Progression
✅ 28 Days Annual Leave
✅ Supportive Team Environment

Sponsorship is not available for this position.