Bishops Castle, Shropshire, United Kingdom
£26566.8 - £27783.6
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Residential Activity Worker – Supporting Young People with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Location: Bishops Castle, Shropshire
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: 4 on 8 off - All shifts, sleep-ins are required
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? An opportunity has arisen with a leading specialist provider to join as a Children's Residential Activity Worker in Bishops Castle, Shropshire. This role is ideal for individuals who are enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to support young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
If you enjoy engaging in outdoor activities like rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, and raft building, this position offers a rewarding chance to combine your passion with meaningful work.
As a Children's Residential Activity Worker, you will support young people in a dynamic environment, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally within a safe and caring setting. Your role will involve mentoring, encouraging, and engaging with young people to foster their growth and confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support young people with EBD in a residential setting, promoting their social, emotional, and behavioural development
- Engage young people in outdoor activities such as rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, and raft building
- Foster a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for children and young people
- Encourage positive behaviour and help young people develop life skills
- Work collaboratively with team members to deliver high-quality care and activities
Requirements:
- Experience as a Children's Support Worker or in social care working with young people (desirable)
- Must hold a full driving license, as transportation of young people is required
- Over the age of 22 (essential)
- NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (desirable)
- Enthusiastic, resilient, and committed to making a difference in young people's lives
Additional Benefits:
- Full induction and introductory program
- Fully funded training and qualifications in care and activities
- Enhanced pay scales recognising qualifications and experience
- Free meals during shifts
- Employee benefits scheme
- NEST Pension Scheme
- Life assurance
- 28 days of annual leave
- Enhanced DBS
If this sounds like your ideal role, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the Children's Residential Activity Worker position in Bishops Castle, Shropshire, please click the ‘apply’ button below.
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