Residential Support Worker- 40 Hours PW
Salary: Highly Competitive £27,742 - £30,035 (including all extras)
Plus: Private Health Insurance, Training, funding for qualifications.
Hours:40 per week, with an average of 2 sleep-ins per week and occasional waking
nights as needed.

Are you passionate about making a lasting, positive impact on children's lives? Whether you're an experienced Residential Worker or Youth Worker, or someone eager to start a fulfilling career in residential care, we're looking for dedicated individuals like you.

Our client, a leading children's residential service provider, are committed to providing stable, nurturing environments where children can thrive. They understand the importance of consistent, caring adults in a child's life, and aim to support your growth and development every step of the way.

Role Overview:

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide day-to-day care for young people
aged 7 to 17 with Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties in a 3-bed
children's home. Our care program focuses on repatriating young people to their home
areas, with clear transition plans for rehabilitation to birth families, fostering, or
independent living.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children/young people in establishing their identity and ensuring their wishes
are considered.
- Facilitate appropriate interests and activities, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Help maintain and develop relationships both within and outside the home.
- Provide opportunities for learning and development, ensuring access to education and
wider experiences.
- Promote health and well-being, raising awareness of factors that can impact it.
- Develop, monitor, and review care plans, including risk assessments.
- Prepare and support young people for independence.

What sets our client apart?

• Homes are thoughtfully designed to foster safety, self-expression, and enrichment for every child.
• Substantial budgets are allocated to homes to ensure every child experiences the joys of childhood, from holiday adventures to special events.
• Each child receives personalised therapy overseen by leading psychologists, with ongoing training provided to all staff.
• Access to a bespoke incident reporting system maximises time spent directly supporting children.
• New team members undergo intensive classroom and shadow training to ensure they're fully prepared for their roles.

What are the perks?

• Competitive salary with additional sleep-in allowances.
• Access to training leading to Level 3 qualifications and management opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements for a healthy work-life balance.
• Service awards and recognition for outstanding contributions.
• Health and wellbeing support platform with cashback options and monthly voucher incentives.

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll:

• Provide care and support to children and young people, with ongoing training to enhance your skills.

• Implement therapeutic practices to promote emotional wellbeing and growth.
• Foster positive relationships and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
• Establish clear boundaries and expectations while maintaining consistency.
• Support children with varying levels of supervision and care needs.

If you want to develop your career and make a real difference in a child or young person's life, apply to be a Residential Support Worker today.

Please note that you must have a valid driving licence. 

The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. To be successful in your application you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process and must adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour at all times.

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