*Residential Child Care Worker – #5304602

Job Description

Residential Child Care Worker required for a children’s short break home in Darlington, supporting young people with additional needs as part of a dedicated team. You will provide personal care, assist with procedures such as PEG feeding and catheterising, and work to and contribute to individual care plans in line with children’s home procedures, acting as a corporate parent for the young people in your care. This is a temporary post running from 07/09/2026 to 16/12/2026, paying £23.25 per hour via Comensura. Candidates should hold a relevant social care qualification and have experience of residential childcare and additional needs support. Apply now to join this Darlington Borough Council service.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

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