Residential Support worker

Role Description

Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people?  Are you wanting to join a supportive team in a career you can grow in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Children's Residential Support Worker to join our home within Bedford and Essex who can establish meaningful relationships creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. We need somebody who can provide a supportive role in the lives of young people, able to give advice, assistance and support in order to help empower young them in addressing past and present difficulties.

• £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift
• Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.25x your hourly rate.
• Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
• Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in

The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks – no two days are the same! From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off site activities there is no telling what each day would bring.  As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing emotional support during challenging times
• Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
• Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
• Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
• Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities and expanding their personal social networks
• Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
• Full UK driving licence preferable
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Attendance at a two week training program required
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts

Benefits:

• £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
• Enhanced DBS covered
• Comprehensive induction and training provided
• 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us!