Childrens Care Worker Alternative Provision
Posted 1 day ago by Tradewind Recruitment
£160 Per day
Outside
Onsite
Colne, Lancashire
Summary: The role of Children's Care Worker in an Alternative Provision in Colne, Lancashire, focuses on providing therapeutic support to students excluded from mainstream education. The position offers a structured work schedule with no nights or weekends, allowing for a better work-life balance. Candidates will utilize their care skills to mentor and support children in regulating their emotions and engaging with education. This role emphasizes a holistic approach to care and education, valuing the experience of care professionals transitioning into this setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide emotional support and mentorship to students in an Alternative Provision setting.
- Assist in small classes focused on social and emotional development.
- Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage high-stress situations.
- Engage in practical sessions such as outdoor education and vocational skills.
- Collaborate with multi-agency teams to safeguard vulnerable children.
Key Skills:
- Experience working with children in a care setting (Residential, Foster Care, or Outreach).
- Understanding of trauma-informed support and relationship building.
- Ability to manage high-stress situations and maintain a calm demeanor.
- Commitment to safeguarding and protecting vulnerable children.
- Resilience, empathy, and reliability in mentoring roles.
Salary (Rate): £159.83 daily
City: Colne
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Detailed Description From Employer:
Children's Care Worker ? Transition to Alternative Provision Location: Colne, Lancashire (Commutable from Nelson, Burnley, and Barnoldswick) Contract: Full-time, Long-term Hours: 08:30 - 16:00, Monday to Friday ( No nights, no sleep-ins, no weekends ) The Role: Impact Without the Burnout Are you a Residential Support Worker (RSW) or Children's Care Assistant who loves the work but needs a better lifestyle? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for experienced care professionals to transition into an Alternative Provision (AP) in Colne . Our AP settings support students who have been excluded from mainstream education and require a therapeutic, "care-first" approach to learning. In a residential home, you provide the safety and stability children need at night. In an Alternative Provision, you provide that same "anchor" during the school day. You will be the mentor that helps a child regulate their emotions so they can finally engage with education. Why Your Care Skills are the Perfect Fit Alternative Provisions in Pendle value the "holistic" approach that Care Workers bring. Your experience is a direct match for: Trauma-Informed Support: You understand that "difficult" behaviour is often a result of past trauma or attachment issues. Relationship Building: You know how to build trust with "hard-to-reach" young people through patience and consistency. De-escalation: You are already trained or experienced in managing high-stress situations and keeping a cool head. Safeguarding: You have a deep understanding of protecting vulnerable children and working with multi-agency teams. A Day in the Life in the AP Sector Checking in with students to gauge their emotional state as they arrive. Assisting in small classes (5-8 students) where the focus is on social and emotional development. Stepping in to support a student who is feeling overwhelmed, using your "care" background to de-escalate. Helping with practical sessions like outdoor education, sports, or vocational skills. The Benefits of Moving to Education in Colne Reclaim your evenings and weekends. Work a consistent 32.5 hours per week. 13 weeks of holiday per year (term-time only contracts). We provide fully-funded Team-Teach training to bridge the gap between social care and education. Work in a tight-knit team where staff wellbeing is as important as the students'. What We Need From You Experience: 6 months working with children in a care setting (Residential, Foster Care, or Outreach). Mindset: Resilience, empathy, and the ability to offer a "fresh start" every single hour. Reliability: These students need consistency. We need mentors who are committed to being there for them. DBS: A willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (Tradewind can help you apply). How to Apply Ready to trade the shift work for a rewarding role in a local Colne school? To Apply: Send your CV to or call our Pendle team on for an immediate chat about our current vacancies.