Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom
£31000 - £40000
Permanent
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Exeter, Devon, UK
Salary: £31,000 - £40,000 (Inclusive of sleeps)
Job Description:
A leading specialist provider is offering a great opportunity for a Support Worker to join a modern semi-independent residential home in Exeter. The Support Worker role is ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives. Based in Exeter, the Support Worker will support young people aged 8 to 16 years with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours, providing a safe and caring environment where they can develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally. This role is perfect for adaptable, motivated, and committed individuals eager to contribute to the well-being and independence of young people in a dynamic setting.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Support Worker, your key duties will include:
- Encouraging young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives
- Maintaining a homely, friendly environment within the residential home
- Managing challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically
- Protecting young people from risks to their health and welfare
- Supporting young people to develop independence and well-being
- Ensuring a safe environment and up-to-date knowledge of individual care plans and communication preferences
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's care
Requirements:
- Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker or with young people is desirable but not essential
- Experience within healthcare or social care settings is advantageous but not mandatory
- Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence, as transportation of young people may be required
- Must be over the age of 21 and able to commute to Exeter
If you are passionate about supporting young people aged 8 to 16 with EBD and want to start or develop your career within health and social care, this is the role for you!
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
