Residential Care Staff

Job description

CAMHS Professionals is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming 3-bed residential children's home in Eastbourne.

Start Date: March 2025

About the Role: We're looking for experienced and passionate Residential Care Staff to join our small, child-focused team. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people in a supportive, home-like environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting
• Support children and young people with their daily routines, including personal care, mealtimes, and bedtime routines
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people to promote their emotional wellbeing
• Implement individual care plans and contribute to reviews and assessments
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times
• Manage challenging behaviour using therapeutic and de-escalation techniques
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Support young people's education, hobbies, and social development
• Ensure the home environment is safe, clean, and welcoming

What We're Looking For:

• Level 3 qualification in Residential Child Care or Health and Social Care (essential)
• Previous residential care experience (essential)
• Commitment to providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable young people
• Availability for day and night shifts

What We Offer:

• Day shifts: £17 per hour (£20 per hour on Sundays)
• Night shifts: £20 per hour (£28.50 per hour on Sundays)
• Opportunity to work in a small, close-knit team
• Supportive working environment
• The chance to positively impact young lives

Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex

Interested? If you're a qualified and experienced residential care professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact CAMHS Professionals for more information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Eastbourne

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English