Childrens Residential Support Worker
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join a therapeutic young peoples home supporting vulnerable children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
Key Responsibilities
Building positive relationships and engaging with young people daily
Supporting children from traumatic backgrounds with patience and consistency
Learning young peoples routines, interests, likes, and dislikes through care plans
Supporting educational goals and personal development
Helping with day-to-day living tasks
Guiding and supporting behaviour management
Ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and emotional stability of young people
Working closely with social workers, therapists, and the wider care team
Shift Pattern
9am 11pm + sleep-in
7am 9:30am the following day
Staff work 7 x 24-hour shifts (including sleep-ins) across a 3-week rota
Requirements
Must be aged 21+
Full UK driving licence required
Minimum 6 months experience within: Residential childcare
Schools
Youth work
Supported accommodation
Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one
Training & Progression
Candidates moving into permanent positions will receive:
Level 4 Residential Childcare qualification Level 3 offered where UK residency requirements apply
PRICE restraint training
Developmental Trauma training
Therapeutic Parenting training
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a Teams meeting with the Registered Manager of the home as part of the recruitment process.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people and want to work within a therapeutic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Please note we cannot take anyone under sponsorship
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