RCW

Job Title: Residential Children’s Worker (RCW) Location: Wimborne, Dorset BH21 Salary: £14 p/h sleep in rate £65 Service Type: Ofsted-Registered Children’s Home Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time / Bank Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Children’s Worker to join our team at an Ofsted-registered children’s home in Wimborne, Dorset. The role involves supporting children and young people with complex needs, including emotional, behavioural, or developmental challenges, in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. As a key member of the team, you will work closely with the Registered Manager, other staff, and external professionals to provide high-quality care that promotes positive outcomes, personal growth, and wellbeing for children in our care. Key Responsibilities: * Deliver direct care and support to children in line with individual care plans and risk assessments. * Build trusting, supportive, and consistent relationships with children, acting as a positive role model. * Support children with education, personal development, and social activities. * Encourage and develop life skills, independence, and self-confidence. * Implement behaviour management strategies in line with the home’s policies and Ofsted standards. * Maintain accurate records, reports, and observations of children’s progress, incidents, and care provided. * Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment at all times. * Attend team meetings, supervision, and training sessions to support professional development and high-quality care delivery. * Work collaboratively with other staff, external professionals, and families to promote the welfare of children. * Uphold safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional standards at all times. Essential Requirements: * Experience working with children and young people, ideally in residential care, fostering, or social care settings. * Understanding of children’s development, safeguarding, and behaviour management. * Good communication, interpersonal, and team-working skills. * Flexible approach to work, including evening, weekend, and sleep-in duties as required. * Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Desirable: * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards). * Experience supporting children with EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties), SEMH, or LD. * First aid qualification. * Previous experience in an Ofsted-registered setting. Benefits: * Competitive salary * Career progression opportunities * Training and development support * Supportive team culture * Pension and other company benefits How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief covering statement demonstrating your suitability for the role