At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with daily routines and engage in fun activities.
- Company: Caring therapeutic children's home focused on emotional and behavioural support.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, supportive team environment, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: 2:1 staffing ratio ensures safety and support for all young residents.
- Why this job: Join a compassionate team and help young people thrive in a nurturing setting.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, understanding of therapeutic approaches, and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for compassionate and reliable Residential Support Workers to join a therapeutic children's home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children within a safe, nurturing, and family-style environment.
About the Home
- Therapeutic EBD service
- Currently supporting 3 young people aged 7, 7 and 10
- All children attend school
- The home promotes a warm, homely atmosphere where young people feel safe and supported
- Staff encourage and maintain positive family relationships where appropriate
Shift Patterns
- Flexible mixed shifts available
- Mainly long days and waking nights at weekends: 8am - 8pm, 8pm - 8am
- Additional support required before and after school for a couple of hours during weekdays
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting young people with daily routines and activities
- Taking part in fun and engaging weekend activities
- Building positive, therapeutic relationships with children
- Using de-escalation techniques to support behaviours in a calm and compassionate way
- Maintaining a safe and structured environment at all times
- Reading and understanding care plans, including awareness of individual triggers and support strategies
- Using non-judgemental and therapeutic communication approaches
Important Information
- Staffing ratio is always 2:1, no lone working
- Staff must remain vigilant at all times: Keys must be kept secure, doors must remain locked appropriately, no unsafe items should be left accessible
Ideal Candidate
- Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within residential care or EBD settings
- Understand therapeutic approaches and behaviour support strategies
- Are calm, patient and resilient
- Can build trust and positive relationships with young people
- Are proactive and safety-conscious
If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a caring and therapeutic team, we would love to hear from you.
Residential Child Support Worker in Slough employer: SCR Recruitment Services
Join our dedicated team as a Residential Child Support Worker, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people facing emotional and behavioural challenges. Our therapeutic children's home fosters a warm, family-style environment that prioritises safety and support, offering flexible shift patterns and a strong emphasis on staff collaboration and professional development. With a commitment to nurturing both our residents and our employees, we provide a unique workplace culture that values compassion, resilience, and personal growth.
