Job Title: Residential Children & Young Peoples Support Worker
Location: Coalville, Leicestershire, East Midlands
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our team in a nurturing Emotional Wellbeing Assessment Home located in Coalville, Leicestershire. This role offers the opportunity to support children and young people aged 8–18 in a safe, caring environment that promotes growth, independence, and emotional resilience.
Key Responsibilities
- Building trusting, nurturing relationships that promote each young person's independence and wellbeing.
- Working collaboratively with parents, carers, and professionals to deliver holistic care.
- Contributing to the day-to-day running of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming environment.
- Accurately documenting and maintaining records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
- Promoting and maintaining a safe, supportive environment at all times.
- Upholding safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the protection of all service users.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to achieve this within the required timeframe.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Be motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives.
- Be flexible and committed to working sleep-ins, shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Relevant experience working with children and young people is desirable but not essential with the right attitude and willingness to learn.
Benefits & Work Environment
- Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
- Generous pension scheme, holiday entitlement of 26 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with service.
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
- Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Access to a Group Personal Pension with employer contributions.
- Cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at major retailers, and cashback offers.
- Free access to employee assistance programs and ongoing training opportunities.
If you are a qualified Residential Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Coalville, apply today! Join us in making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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Residential Children & Young Peoples Worker in Coalville employer: Vetro Recruitment
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