Residential Childcare Worker Apprenticeship - Taunton & Bridgewater

We are looking for highly motivated, compassionate, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Residential Childcare Workers in our therapeutic children's homes.

You’ll play a vital role in supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma and may have additional needs. With love, consistency, and a strong therapeutic approach, you’ll help provide a safe, nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth.

What You’ll Do

As a Residential Childcare Worker, you’ll be part of a supportive team that includes a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Senior Residential Childcare Workers, and fellow RCWs. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the physical, emotional, and social development of children and young people. Creating a safe, stable, and supportive environment that promotes trust and well-being. Providing practical and emotional support, including managing routines, attending appointments, and being a consistent adult presence. Collaborating with a network of professionals and external agencies to ensure holistic care and progress for each young person. Maintaining accurate electronic records and documentation in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards.

What We Offer

We understand that caring for others starts with feeling cared for yourself. That’s why we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Golden Hello Bonus: £500 after successful completion of your 6-month probation. An additional £500 after 12 months of employment. Refer a Friend Scheme – Earn up to £1,000. Comprehensive, free training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Tailored induction and ongoing support. Free meals provided during shifts. Free subscription to Headspace, a leading mindfulness and meditation app. Free on-site parking. A supportive and inclusive team culture, where your well-being and professional development matter.

Training:

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your studies.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 24-month apprenticeship, you will have gained the Children, young people and families practitioner (Level 4).

Training Outcome:

Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
We provide safe, secure homes to young people in a variety of settings for young people aged 5 – 18. Our young people may have complex needs including attachment issues, abuse, neglect, and/or psychological trauma, special education/additional needs and any additional needs including ASD, ADHD, or who have suffered a significant family crisis.

Working Hours :
Up to 3 Shifts Per Week (Includes Sleep-Ins). Days and times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills