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Residential Childcare Worker Apprenticeship - Taunton & Bridgewater

1848 Ltd · PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
Location
The Coach HouseSomerset
Postcode
TA1 4PX
Salary
£31,137.60 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Children, young people and families practitioner (level 4)
Start date
3 August 2026
Application deadline
27 July 2026
Posted
22 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000038555

About the role

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

Working week

Shifts TBC (Includes Weekends and Sleep-ins)

Skills

InitativeNon judgementalPatienceProblem Solving SkillsTeamworkingCommunication Skills

Training & development

Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective. Upon completion of this 24 month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (Residential) apprenticeship Level 4 Apprenticeship.

Future prospects
  • There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship

Things to consider

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

About 1848 Ltd

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.