Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Bromyard, Worcestershire, UK

Salary: £29,291 to £34,933 inclusive of sleep-ins 

Job Description:
Join a leading specialist provider of children’s residential care as a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Bromyard, Worcestershire. This outstanding-rated service is dedicated to supporting young people aged 8-18 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in young lives, this is your chance to start or advance your career in health and social care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and develop independence suitable for their age.
• Maintain a warm, homely environment and contribute to a positive residential culture.
• Manage challenging behaviours with patience and empathy.
• Ensure the safety, health, and welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Support young people to reach their full potential socially, emotionally, and behaviourally.
• Uphold individual care plans, guidelines, reward systems, and preferred communication methods.
• Safeguard children from risks and promote a safe environment.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, parents, social workers, and other professionals like psychologists.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with sleep allowance included.
• Paid activities such as bike rides and trips to theme parks!
• Fully funded NVQ Level 4 in Children & Young People qualification.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• Discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD opportunities.
• Opportunities to increase earnings and develop your career.
• Enhanced coverage for disclosure costs.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience as a children’s residential support worker or working with young people is desirable.
• Experience in healthcare or social care settings is preferred.
• Must be over 21 years old and hold a valid driver's license for transporting young people.
• Able to commute to Bromyard, Worcestershire.
• NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People is a plus.
• Enthusiastic, resilient, and motivated to support and empower young people.
• Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people with EBD.

If you're eager to make a real difference and build a rewarding career supporting young people in Worcestershire, apply today!

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