Jobs

Join us at Cherry Tree Lodge Children’s Resource Centre as we empower and support children and young people with complex disabilities and health care needs and inspire them to reach their full potential.

 About the role

You will work closely with families and other professionals to ensure that you have sound knowledge of the children you are caring for and are able to meet their diverse range of needs, interests and backgrounds. As a team, we focus on the strengths and positive attributes of the children to encourage the growth of self-esteem and empowerment and support them to develop to their full potential. Join us as we strive to provide high quality services to support children and young people with disabilities and their families.

We are looking for the right individual who has high aspirations for themselves, those they work with and for children and young people to join our award-winning team as Senior Resource Centre Worker.

This exciting post involves day to day leadership and support of a dedicated team of Residential and Short Breaks Workers whilst on shift (including weekends and bank holidays). In addition, the role includes contributing to all aspects of the physical and emotional care of children and young people, whilst working in partnership with their family and other professionals.

About you

The ideal applicant will hold a diploma level 3 for Residential Childcare or be working towards it and will have experience of working in a residential childcare setting. You will have a good level of knowledge surrounding safeguarding policies, Ofsted requirements and behaviour management strategies.

Why Join Us?

• Generous Annual Leave:
  28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years’ service – plus public holidays.
• Pension Scheme:
  Save for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Fitness Discounts:
  Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.
• Lifestyle Savings:
  Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.
• And more:
  Flexible working arrangements, additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.

This is a great opportunity for an inspiring, passionate and innovative individual to truly make a difference.

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Robyn Richley, Registered Manager, via email at Robyn.Richley @northyorks.gov.uk

Key dates:

Closing Date: Sunday 15^th March 2026

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £34,434 up to £38,220 per annum pro rata

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Job Role: Support Worker