Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker – Tadley, near Reading

Location: Tadley, near Reading, UK

Salary: £31,279 to £33,705 (including sleep allowance)

Shifts: Long day shifts and sleep-ins required

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and resilient individual to join a leading specialist provider as a Children's Residential Support Worker in Tadley, near Reading.

This role is ideal for empathetic and driven candidates who are passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives. As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will support children and young people aged 8 to 18 years with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), helping them develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally in a safe and caring environment.

The position offers a rewarding experience, with opportunities to engage in fun activities such as sports, walking, and computer games, making every day unique and fulfilling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their lives according to their age.
• Maintain a homely, friendly environment within the residential setting.
• Manage challenging behaviours with patience and understanding.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Support young people in developing independence and well-being.
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to care plans, guidelines, and communication methods.
• Develop 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 in healthcare or social care settings is advantageous.
• Must hold a full UK manual driver's license, as transportation of young people may be required.
• Must be over 21 years of age.
• Ability to commute to Tadley near Reading.

Additional Benefits:

• Fully funded opportunity to complete the Level 4 Children & Young People qualification.
• Free meals during shifts.
• Paid to participate in activities like computer games and theme parks.
• Casual dress code.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Comprehensive training and CPD planning.
• Opportunities for career development and earning maximisation.
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and eager to start or develop a career in health and social care, this is the perfect 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.