Bristol , Bristol, United Kingdom
£31350 - £35000
Permanent
Job Title: Children’s Residential Support Worker (EBD)
Location: Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
Salary: Up to £35,000 (DOE)
Job Description:
Are you a passionate and committed Children’s Residential Support Worker who wants to make a real difference? This Children’s Residential Support Worker role in Bristol supports young people aged 8–18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). You’ll help create a safe, homely environment where young people feel cared for and can develop socially, emotionally and behaviourally.
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Bristol, you’ll work in a fast-paced setting where no two days are the same—challenging at times, but incredibly rewarding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead by example and support the management team to run the shift as a Children’s Residential Support Worker in Bristol
- Take greater responsibility for mentoring and supporting newer staff members
- Encourage young people to take part in activities and build responsibility for their own lives (in line with age and needs)
- Maintain a homely, friendly culture and environment within the home
- Deal with challenging behaviours safely, sympathetically and consistently
- Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare
- Provide day-to-day support in the home, promoting independence and well-being
- Maintain a safe environment and keep up-to-date with care plans, guidelines, reward systems and preferred communication methods
- Support positive working relationships with staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals involved in the young person’s life
Requirements:
- Experience as a Children’s Support Worker or experience working with young people (desired)
- Experience in another healthcare or social care setting (desired)
- Level 3 NVQ in Children & Young People (desired)
- A full driver’s licence is essential due to the nature of the role and activities involved
- Resilience, enthusiasm and the ability to work effectively in a changing, fast-paced environment
Final Paragraph:
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.
