Residential Childcare Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people? LCS is on the lookout for committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to work full-time (35 hours per week) plus sleep-in shifts, with the potential to earn up to £27,983.80 !

At LCS, our vision is to create a lasting difference for young people transitioning from care to independence. We provide not just accommodation, but also the support they need to thrive in their educational and personal journeys.

As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in engaging, motivating, and encouraging young people in their individual flats or shared houses. Your responsibilities will include:

• Offering practical support and guidance in line with individual care plans to help young people develop essential life skills.
• Maintaining positive relationships with young people, staff, and professionals through effective communication.
• Supporting young people in Education, Employment, and Training, ensuring their progress is documented and submitted to instructors.
• Building community links with educational provisions, sports centers, and youth clubs.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Flexibility in your availability for shift work, including sleep-in nights, evenings, and weekends.
• A qualification such as the Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, Children and Young People's Workforce, or NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to pursue one).
• Experience with attachment and trauma, as well as challenging behavior or mental health issues (desirable).
• An understanding of the challenges faced by young people in care.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle (desirable), though good public transport links are available.
• Intermediate computer skills.

We believe in investing in our team! Here’s what you can expect:

• On-the-job accredited training.
• Opportunities to gain NVQ qualifications.
• Access to accredited online courses and qualifications.
• Regular supervisions to support your growth.
• A pension scheme and employee discount scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Travel costs covered above £5 to support your commute.

Join us in making a difference! The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS Check. LCS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.