Senior Residential Childcare Officer
2 Days Old
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: £28,641.60 per annum
Our client is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Officer, also referred to as a Senior Residential Therapeutic Parent, to join their warm and welcoming childrens home in Fenham, Newcastle.
Youll support children aged 1118 who may have experienced trauma or emotional/behavioural difficulties, providing stability, guidance, and encouragement. Youll help them develop confidence, secure attachments, and independence while mentoring and supporting other staff members.
Why join the company?
Were proud of our commitment to positive futures for children, young people, and families. Our home operates with the ethos that:
Every child is an individual whose views and opinions are respected.
Children are experts on themselves and should be actively involved in decisions about their lives.
With the right guidance, children can learn and grow from mistakes without being disabled by them.
Whats in it for you
£60 sleep-in allowance per night
£111.58 on-call allowance
Time-and-a-half pay on 8 bank holidays per year
28 days of annual leave
Company pension scheme
Accredited CALM Theory & Physical Intervention training
Career growth and continual professional development opportunities
Access to internal 1:1 psychological support and group support
Employee Assistance Programme
Loyalty bonuses at 1, 3, and 5 years
Extra day off for family outings or Christmas shopping
Ofsted Outstanding bonus
Employee of the Month reward per home (£50)
Use of the company caravan at Sandy Bay, Devon
Essential
Level 3 Children & Young Peoples Workforce Diploma (required minimum)
Understanding of child development, therapeutic parenting, and safeguarding
Ability to manage challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism
Strong teamwork, communication, organisational, and time-management skills
Willingness to work flexible shifts (day, evening, night)
Full UK driving licence(required fortransporting young people to appointments/school and contact)
The right to Work in the UK
Desirable
2+ years experience in a supervisory role within childrens residential care
The Role
Support the Registered Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
Provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children and young people
Build positive relationships and act as a Senior Residential Therapeutic Parent role model
Mentor, guide, and support other staff members in their practice
Maintain accurate records, reports, and care documentation
Work as part of a team to maintain high standards of care in line with safeguarding and Ofsted expectations
Supporting Childrens Development
Support young people in developing life skills, confidence, and independence
Encourage young people to express their views and participate in decisions about their lives
Support participation in education, hobbies, activities, and community opportunities
Transport young people to education, appointments, and family contact
Join a home where every smile, every interaction, and every moment matters. Youll receive a full induction, ongoing training, and supervision to succeed in your role while making a meaningful impact every day.
If youre ready to help shape the futures of children in a supportive, family-oriented environment, click APPLY now and become part of a dedicated team.
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- Location:
- Byker
- Salary:
- not provided
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Social Care
