Childrens Support Worker apprentice

Introduction

Be the person who makes a child feel safe, valued and loved
This is more than a job — it’s a chance to make a real difference in a child or young person’s life while gaining a recognised qualification in Residential Childcare. 

About the Employer

First 4 Care provides warm, nurturing residential homes for children and young people who need a safe and supportive place to live.

They support children and young people who may have experienced trauma or who have learning disabilities, autism or complex emotional needs. Their approach is relationship-led and therapeutic, helping our teams understand what sits behind a child’s behaviour and respond with patience, empathy and consistency.

What You'll Do

• Support children and young people with their daily routines, including getting ready, meals and bedtime.
• Help with school runs, appointments and other daily activities.
  Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support children to take part in hobbies, activities and community outings.
• Encourage independence and develop life skills such as cooking, tidying, budgeting and making choices.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance, particularly during difficult or challenging moments.
• Use therapeutic approaches to understand behaviour and respond to individual needs.
• Support with personal care where required, always maintaining dignity, privacy and respect.
• Help children develop confidence, resilience and independence.
  Celebrate progress and achievements, including small steps forward.
• Complete daily records, observations and other relevant documentation.
• Work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals to provide consistent care.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, clean and homely environment.
• Take part in team meetings, training and reflective practice.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and care plans at all times.
• Learn from experienced colleagues while working towards a recognised Residential Childcare qualification.
   
   

Training Outcome

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a rewarding long-term career in children’s residential care, with opportunities to take on greater responsibility and make an even greater difference to the lives of young people.

Skills Required

• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Mathematics - 4

Course Information

Course: Children, young people and families practitioner (level 4)

Level: 4

Route: Care services

Apprenticeship Level: Higher

Working Arrangements

Working Week: This is a shift-based role, including a mixture of day shifts, evenings, weekends and sleep-in shifts, including weekends and bank holidays where required. Shift patterns will vary depending on the needs of the home.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Number of Positions Available: 12

Training Provider: ACORN TRAINING LTD