Childrens Residential Support Worker

Overview

Are you a compassionate and dedicated person seeking an exciting career in residential care? We are looking for enthusiastic residential care workers to join our team, building strong relationships and fostering a warm, supportive environment for children and young people. From planning engaging activities and providing one‑on‑one support to accompanying young people on off‑site trips, each day presents new challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support during challenging times.
• Foster ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential.
• Offer support in the educational pursuits of young individuals.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empower young people to actively participate in decision‑making about their lives and future.
• Act as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion.
• Encourage community engagement by attending off‑site activities and expanding personal social networks.
• Organise social activities and maintain the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.).
• Plan engaging activities and provide one‑on‑one support to young people.
• Accompany young people on off‑site trips.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old.
• Full UK driving licence preferable but not essential.
• No prior experience necessary; a commitment and passion for working with young people are required.
• Must have availability for sleep‑in shifts.
• Ready to use an electronic care recording system daily; experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but full training will be provided.
• Confident use of digital systems is expected.
• NVQ Level 4 in the children and young people workforce (or equivalent).

Shift Patterns

• 2‑3 shifts per week on a full‑time basis.
• Pattern: 2 days in, 4 days off – sleep‑ins are mandatory.
• Sleep‑in compensation: £30 per shift, totaling an additional £3,600 per month based on 10 sleep‑ins.
• Overtime rate: 1.25× regular pay.
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance.

Benefits & Compensation

• A full two weeks of paid training before starting the role.
• Enhanced DBS checks covered.
• Comprehensive induction and training provided.
• Competitive pay with overtime and sleep‑in rates.

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