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Therapeutic Child Carer

Randstad Care

County Durham

Salary

£23,520 to £50,640

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

25 September 2026

25 days left

Job description

Therapeutic Foster CarerAre you looking to take the next step in your professional practice where you can influence long-term care strategy while regaining control over your career? If so, this could be the right next step to offer essential support to children and young people.Summary of Job

Designed for skilled social care, health, and teaching practitioners seeking a role with direct, high-impact outcomes for young people.The position enables professionals to provide intensive, trauma-informed guidance to children with specialist needs in a home setting.A diverse range of commitment options is available, including specialised therapeutic care, short-term emergency interventions, or flexible weekend breaks.Successful applicants receive a competitive weekly financial package, specialised continuous training, and comprehensive 24/7 clinical backup. Duties & Responsibilities

Offering one-to-one therapeutic interventions and daily guidance to children presenting with complex behavioural or emotional needs.Implementing trauma-informed care strategies tailored to each child's individual psychological assessment.Offering flexible short-break or respite care on weekends to support the broader child care framework.Participating in clinical case consultations alongside qualified therapists and social care management.Maintaining detailed records of the child's progress, social development, and physical well-being.Ensuring safeguarding standards are strictly maintained in line with regional and national regulations. Key Requirements

Qualifications/Background: Demonstrated professional experience in education, social care, youth work, or clinical health.Living Situation: Access to a spare bedroom within a permanent home.Eligibility: Must be aged 21 or older with the right to work permanently in the UK. Apply Share the Opportunity and Earn!

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them and earn a referral bonus if they're successful. To discuss this vacancy in more detail or if you'd be interested in hearing about similar opportunities please contact Ethan Proud via: Mobile:

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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Provenance

Source

Reed

First seen

14 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

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