At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people in residential settings with daily routines and emotional wellbeing.
- Company: Onpoint Care, a trusted staffing agency providing quality support across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, double pay on Bank Holidays, flexible shifts, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and gain varied experience in a rewarding role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying flexible working hours.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential care, understanding of safeguarding, and willingness to complete training.
The predicted salary is between 12.6 - 15.4 £ per hour.
Onpoint Care is a trusted and well-established temporary staffing agency, providing high-quality staffing support to care providers across the UK.
Due to continued demand for our temporary staffing services across Hastings, Bexhill, Eastbourne and the surrounding areas, we are recruiting experienced, compassionate and reliable Children's Residential Support Workers to join our flexible agency team.
As an Agency Children's Residential Support Worker, you will work within children's residential settings, providing safe, consistent and person-centred support to children and young people.
About the Role Your role may involve supporting children and young people with day-to-day routines, independence, education, activities and emotional wellbeing while following individual care plans and risk assessments.
You may support children and young people with complex needs and behaviours that can be challenging.
You will be expected to remain calm and professional, promote positive relationships and respond appropriately to individual needs.
Safeguarding is central to this role.
You will be responsible for recognising and reporting concerns, maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and completing clear, accurate and professional records.
Depending on the placement, shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, nights and sleep-ins.
What We're Looking For Applicants must
- Have recent UK experience working with children or young people within residential care or a relevant care/support setting
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, risk management and accurate record keeping
- Be willing to complete Onpoint Care's induction and all required mandatory training
- Have an Enhanced DBS, satisfactory employment references and the Right to Work in the UK A relevant qualification in Children and Young People, Residential Childcare or Health and Social Care is desirable.
Please note: Onpoint Care is unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
What We Offer Onpoint Care offers competitive hourly pay rates, double hourly pay on Bank Holidays and flexible agency work, with a variety of shifts available subject to client requirements.
You will benefit from ongoing training, professional development, varied experience and support from our friendly agency team.
Join Onpoint Care If you are an experienced Children's Residential Support Worker based in Hastings, Bexhill, Eastbourne or the surrounding areas, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the Onpoint Care agency team
Children's Residential Support Worker - Flexible Shifts employer: Onpoint Care Recruitment Ltd
Onpoint Care is an excellent employer that values the dedication and compassion of its Support Workers, offering a flexible work environment in Maidstone. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those they support. Join us to be part of a supportive culture that prioritises quality care and fosters a sense of community among staff.
Contact Details:
Onpoint Care Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
