Night Residential Child Care Worker

Overview

Full-time Night Residential Child Care Worker to work within a 6 bedded residential children\''s home. 1 vacancy. 140 hours monthly with a 2 weekly shift pattern: Week 1, 50 hours (Mon Tue, Fri Sat, Sun); Week 2, 20 hours (Wed and Thu).Contract Type:

Full-time, PermanentClosing Date:

15 September 2025Additional Payments:

Night Rate PlussageLocation:

Manchester area, Stockport/Greater Manchester regionResponsibilities

Support children aged 11 - 17 who are emotionally challenging and have complex needs, including issues such as vulnerability, missing from home, drugs, gangs, physical and verbal aggression, Child Criminal/Sexual Exploitation.Establish and maintain positive relationships with the young people to understand and challenge their patterns of behaviour.Create a culture and ethos within the home where the needs of the young people are paramount and support their growth and development.Collaborate with other professionals across multi-agencies and with parents to assess needs and ensure positive outcomes; maintain good verbal and written communication and ICT skills.Work proactively with the team to maintain a high standard of care and consistent approach; contribute to the ongoing care of young people within Willow Vue.Requirements

Full driving licence is preferred.Minimum 12 months experience of working with children, young people, and families.Service is committed to staff development; on-going personal development is provided to meet the needs of the young people.No sponsorship available for this role; not open to applicants requiring sponsorship.Cannot accept candidates who have previously applied for the role within the last 24 months.Desirable

Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (desirable).Experience and training in safeguarding.Innovative and creative approaches to problem solving.Willingness to work as part of a team and deliver exceptional care; full training and induction provided.We Offer

Generous holiday allowance: up to 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after five years; option to purchase up to two additional weeks.Brilliant pension: enrolled in local government pension scheme with life cover of three-times salary as a lump sum.Enhanced parental and carers leave; comprehensive benefits and discounts through MCR+.Learning and development opportunities, onboarding, workshops, training, apprenticeships, and qualifications.Commitment to equality and fair employment; opportunities for development and wellbeing support.Up to 3 days volunteering leave pro-rata.Inclusive Workplace

Manchester City Council is committed to diversity and inclusion; applications from all backgrounds are welcome. We provide adjustments and accessible formats as needed during the process.Pre-Employment and Right to Work

Right to work in the UK evidence may be required; visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.References from current/previous employers; DBS check may be required depending on role.Other Information

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