Children's Residential Worker

Children's Residential Worker

Location: Holywood
Salary: £25,549 - £28,612 per annum (increasing with service)
Hours: 38 hours per week (rota including evenings and weekends)
Contract: 12-month temporary

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?
We're looking for caring, reliable and motivated Children's Residential Workers to join a therapeutic community that provides a warm, homely environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential.

You'll be part of a dedicated team using a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach to deliver person-centred care, helping children and young people to thrive emotionally, socially and physically.

This is a hands-on role - where you'll support children with daily routines, personal care, and fun, engaging activities such as crafts, outdoor play, baking, music, walks, and community outings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to children and young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals to ensure each child's care plan is followed and regularly reviewed.

• Support children in daily living skills and in participating in a range of educational, leisure and social activities.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with organisational and legislative requirements.

• Ensure a safe, nurturing environment that promotes dignity, independence and inclusion.

• Contribute to household duties, including light cooking and cleaning, to create a welcoming home atmosphere.

• Participate in shift work including evenings, weekends, and occasional night duties.

About You

You're compassionate, patient and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team. You're flexible, dependable and ready to support children in living joyful, purposeful lives.

Essential Criteria:

• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a care-related subject (e.g. Health & Social Care, Early Years).

• At least 6 months' experience working with children or adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

• Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

• Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct.

• Flexibility to work on a rota basis including unsocial hours and weekends.

• Eligible for registration (or already registered) with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC).

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and/or autism spectrum conditions.

• Experience in residential, educational or health-care settings.

• Degree-level qualification in a care-related discipline.

For more information- get in touch with Hannah Hollywood Harry @ Staffline Recruitment Ireland

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