Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom
£30,062 - £34,488
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Yeovil, South Somerset
Salary: £23,083 - £29,216 per annum (including sleep allowance)
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives? Our client, a leading specialist provider of children’s residential care, is seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join their children’s residential service in Yeovil. If you're eager to support young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), this is an exceptional opportunity to develop your career in health and social care.
What you'll do:
- Support young people to participate in activities and take responsibility appropriate to their age.
- Maintain a warm, homely, and nurturing environment within the residential setting.
- Manage challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism.
- Safeguard children and young people, ensuring their health, safety, and wellbeing.
- Promote independence and personal development for each young person in your care.
- Ensure a safe environment by adhering to individual care plans, guidelines, and communication methods.
- Support young people during taxing behaviours with patience and understanding.
- Build positive working relationships with parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people’s lives.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience as a Children’s Residential Support Worker or working with young people is desirable, but not essential.
- Previous experience in healthcare or social care settings is advantageous.
- You must hold a valid full driver’s license, as transporting young people may be required.
- You should be over 21 and able to commute to Yeovil.
- A resilient, caring, and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine desire to support young people.
Benefits include:
- Fully funded Level 4 Children & Young People qualification.
- Free meals during shifts.
- Fun perks like paid activities, including theme parks and gaming.
- Casual dress code.
- Company pension scheme.
- 28 days annual leave.
- Access to discount schemes for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
- Comprehensive training including ongoing face-to-face sessions and CPD planning.
- Opportunities for career progression and earning enhancement.
- Enhanced disclosure cost coverage.
Please note: Due to the nature of the role, only applicants with a full driver’s license will be considered.
If you’re passionate about supporting young people and eager to start a rewarding career in social care, apply today!
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