Job Description

Job Title:

Residential Care Worker - Solo Children's Home

Location:

Smethwick, West Midlands

Salary:

26,000 - 29,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

Beacon Childcare provides safe, nurturing, and high-quality residential care for children and young people. We are committed to creating therapeutic, child-centred homes where young people feel safe, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

We are currently re-opening one of our

solo homes

in Smethwick and are building a brand-new staff team. We are now looking for resilient and caring

Residential Care Workers

to join us in providing outstanding support to the young person in our care.

The Role

As a Residential Care Worker, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the solo home. Working as part of a small, dedicated team, you will provide direct care, emotional support, and encouragement to a young person with complex needs, helping them build independence, resilience, and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consistent, high-quality care and support tailored to the young person's needs. Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a role model. Support with education, leisure, daily routines, and life skills. Safeguard and promote the welfare of the young person at all times. Maintain accurate records, contribute to care plans, and attend reviews. Work flexibly on a rota, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

About You

Experience working with children and young people (residential experience desirable but not essential). NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care (or willingness to work towards it with full support provided). Understanding of safeguarding, child development, and trauma-informed care. Resilient, compassionate, and committed to making a difference. Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work as part of a close-knit team.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of 26,000 - 29,000 (depending on experience). Additional sleep-in payments. Full training and ongoing professional development. Clear career progression opportunities within Beacon Childcare. Supportive, values-led working environment. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of a young person.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to build a rewarding career in residential childcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and covering letter to

recruitment@beaconchildcare.co.uk

.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person