Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Location: Bodmin, Cornwall, South West England / PL31 2XX
Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 per annum
Employment Type: Permanent

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our team in Bodmin, Cornwall. This role involves supporting children within a specialised children’s home setting, ensuring their safety, development, and well-being are prioritised. The successful candidate will work closely with the team to deliver personalised care and support tailored to each child's needs.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Support Worker based in Bodmin, your daily duties will include:

• Planning and supporting children’s weekly activities, ensuring their voice is heard and their safety is maintained.
• Following individualised Placement Plans and supporting children’s attendance at education.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in line with policies and procedures.
• Recording daily activities, managing medication, and completing administrative tasks such as journals and handovers.
• Promoting a positive, supportive environment that encourages learning, independence, and social development.
• Supporting children with life skills, including personal hygiene and household responsibilities.
• Accompanying children on outdoor activities and outings, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Responding appropriately to behavioural challenges, following de-escalation plans and recording incidents accurately.
• Raising concerns or issues with senior management and participating in team meetings and training.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:

• Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care or equivalent.
• Experience working in a children’s residential or similar care setting.
• Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS check and a full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work under pressure.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established organisation.
• Generous pension scheme and access to staff benefits.

If you are a qualified Residential Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Bodmin, apply today!

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.