Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
£26000 - £28100
Permanent
Job Title: Qualified Residential Support Worker
Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, West Midlands, DE14 2XX
Salary: Up to £28,100 per annum (including sleep-in allowance)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our expanding team at a 4-bed children’s home in Burton-on-Trent. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, working within a supportive and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Support Worker based in Burton-on-Trent, your daily duties will include:
- Supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and promote independence.
- Engaging in practical activities such as play, cooking, personal care, and supporting educational and health needs.
- Assisting with personal care tasks, including hygiene, dressing, and feeding, as required.
- Conducting health and safety checks and maintaining the home environment.
- Managing behaviour and supporting care planning in line with OFSTED standards and regulations.
- Working in partnership with other agencies and attending reviews as needed.
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:
- Previous experience in care or support roles is preferred.
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
- Knowledge of residential care principles is beneficial.
- Familiarity with Makaton or PECs is desirable.
- Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (Children and Young People’s Workforce), or a willingness to work towards this.
- Ability to work shifts, including sleep-in duties.
- Valid Right To Work in the UK.
Benefits & Work Environment:
- Competitive salary of up to £28,100 per year, with regular pay reviews.
- Sleep-in allowance of £60 per shift.
- Additional annual leave entitlement increases with service.
- Enrolment onto fully funded Level 3/4/5 Children and Young People’s Workforce qualifications.
- Flexible working opportunities, including part-time shifts.
- Relaxed working environment with excellent facilities.
- Free food during shifts and funded DBS checks.
- Employee recognition and reward schemes, including birthday time off and refer-a-friend bonuses.
Join Our Team in Burton-on-Trent
If you are passionate about providing care and making a difference in the lives of young people, apply today! We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from qualified individuals ready to grow their careers in residential childcare.
Note:
- No sponsorship or visa support available.
- Applicants must be 21 years or above due to children’s homes regulations.
- Driving licence is mandatory for this role.
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. We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.
