Flexible Residential Support Worker

Overview

Join to apply for the Flexible Residential Support Worker role at Calderdale Council. Based in Calderdale Residential Service (3 Bed Maximum) to provide care and support to Children and Young People aged 8-18. Role may include weekend work and flexible shift patterns based on rota needs.

Post Ref: CC387
Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with Children and Young People
• Keep young people safe and make informed decisions for safeguarding
• Ensure Children and Young People\\\’s needs are holistically met
• Support Children and Young People to make informed decisions about their lives
• Respond swiftly to the needs of Children and Young People
• Undertake administrative tasks using IT
• Compose reports for and on behalf of Children and Young People
• Manage and overcome challenging situations
• Work in a team consistently towards a common goal
• Commit to Mandatory, Formal and Informal Learning
• Build relationships with young people and connect to their needs so they feel listened to and understood
• Be motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and have a sincere ambition for Children & Young People, Self & Colleagues to thrive

Requirements

• Must have a UK driving licence and hold a Category B Licence for at least 2 years
• Level 3/4 qualification in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner, or willingness to work towards and achieve within 2 years of employment
• Ability to role model positive parenting behaviours, form relationships with Young People, and advocate with professionals on behalf of the young person

Company Benefits And Rewards

• 29 days annual leave (34 after 5 years continuous service) plus Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata)
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme
• Shift pattern of a typical rota: 07:30-22:45 Sleep Over
• Additional hours available and optional
• Use of company vehicles for work purposes
• Full training given; Level 3/4 Qualification funded by CMBC

Other Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS before appointment.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Victor Gladok (Victor.gladok@calderdale.gov.uk) or Heather Daibell (Heather.Daibell@calderdale.gov.uk).

Closing Date: Sunday 12 October 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision, Calderdale Council embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from under-represented communities; all applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.