Residential Support Worker

Job Description We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Residential Children\’s Worker based in Durham. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with complex emotional and behavioural difficulties within a solo children\’s home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.\\n\\nThis is a permanent position working 40 – 48 hours per week plus sleep-ins. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Residential Children’s Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Residential Children’s Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right.\\n\\nAlongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £32,000 – £40,000 per year plus sleep-ins.\\n\\nAs a Residential Children\’s Worker your responsibilities will include:\\n\\n * Provide support using a person centred approach.\\n\\n * Support the children to maintain and develop relationships with friends and family.\\n\\n * Encourage the children to integrate with the local community by attending clubs or day centres.\\n\\n * Support the children in all aspects of their daily living.\\n\\n * Safeguard vul…