Residential Children\'s Support Worker

Salary inclusive of: Sleep Ins - £30 & On Call Shifts - £60. Salary dependent on experience & qualifications.

White Trees group is owned and operated by SureCare Residential Ltd. Our role as a company is to provide a home for vulnerable and complex young people who find themselves in residential care for a multitude of reasons, often completely out of their control and/or comprehension. Our company was founded on the belief that what we do, not only keeps our young people safe and away from harm, but also helps them grow, develop, and build brighter futures.

As a Therapeutic Project Worker, it is important that you understand your role within the company. It’s not the individual that makes the difference in the long-term changes to a young person; it’s the continuity provided through rigorous care planning, therapeutic interventions, and the consistency of the team approach that builds brighter futures for all of our young people.

• You will be kind, caring, professional, and understanding, even in highly volatile and challenging situations.
• You will be proactive and inventive, ensuring a bespoke and individualized service for each young person.
• You will have a positive outlook and strive to find new ways to respond to difficulties.
• You will reflect on your own work/skillset and work on developing your role continuously.

• Actively support and encourage children to progress towards their full potential.
• Provide nurture, love, guidance, and support, making the home a warm and welcoming place.
• Maintain professionalism while supporting young people to overcome challenges.
• Empower and encourage young people to develop life skills and independence.
• Ensure effective communication during handovers and shift plans.
• Complete relevant paperwork accurately and reflectively.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the home.
• Engage with Wellbeing Services to ensure access to therapeutic support.
• Administer medication in line with company policy.
• Handle petty cash responsibly and report discrepancies.
• Transport young people safely to various appointments and activities.
• Provide personal care when necessary.
• Stay updated on policies and procedures.
• Adhere to safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Promote and represent the company ethos and values.
• Utilize training and supervision to reflect on challenges faced.
• Understand the importance of consistency in values and frameworks.

• Encourage young people to share their views and concerns in care planning.
• Involve young people in decision-making regarding their care.
• Support young people in achieving their care plan targets.
• Follow individual positive behaviour plans and share strategies with the team.
• Develop and update Risk Assessments and Positive Behaviour Plans monthly.
• Use approved techniques for physical interventions and participate in debriefs.
• Share knowledge of young people’s plans with the team for consistency.
• Encourage engagement in enriching activities.
• Recognize the importance of accurate recordkeeping.
• Understand the impact of deviating from established plans.
• Act as a key worker, completing relevant paperwork on time.

• Promote teamwork and address differing views appropriately.
• Commit to the importance of shift patterns and availability.
• Report any poor behaviour or practice through the correct channels.
• Work collectively with the team, prioritizing frameworks and care planning.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Participate in Shift Evaluations for continuous improvement.

• Engage in monthly supervisions for professional development.
• Complete the White Trees Induction Programme.
• Attend NFPS Physical Intervention and Behaviour Management Training.
• Keep mandatory training up-to-date with relevant legislations.
• Attend all scheduled training sessions.
• Level 3 qualification is essential; completion within 2 years is required.
• Access to Level 5 through internal promotions program.