Job Title: Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential

Location: Duston, Northampton

Salary: Starting from £31,595 (including additional payment for sleep in's)

£32,656 for NVQ or QCF 3 or 4 qualified applicants

Hours: Working 1 day on shift 8am-11pm (plus sleep in at service) with 2 days off to follow on a rolling pattern. (Approx 40 hours per week)

About our client

We are pleased to be working with a family-run business specialising in children's residential homes, with a focus on providing safe and supportive environments for young people aged between 8-18 years. With a values-based approach, the company's ethos revolves around creating a fun, casual, and safe atmosphere for both residents and staff. Currently operating 8 homes across the midlands, with all facilities are rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting the company's commitment to high standards of care.

What's expected of me as Residential Support worker?

We are pleased to be searching for compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our client's team at a children's residential home. As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide daily direct care and support to their young people, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where they can thrive.

You will work as part of a dedicated, and caring team to ensure the homes are kept to a good standard, which will include cooking and cleaning and of course safeguarding their welfare at all times.

What are the key responsibilities as a Residential Support Worker?

Direct Care: Provide practical and emotional support to young people living in the residential home, assisting with daily living tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores.

Emotional Support: Build positive relationships with residents, offering empathy, understanding, and encouragement to help them develop confidence, resilience, and social skills.

Behaviour Management: Implement positive behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques to support residents in managing their emotions and behaviours effectively.

Safety and Security: Maintain a safe and secure environment within the residential home, conducting regular checks and monitoring activities to ensure the well-being and safety of residents.

Daily Activities: Plan and facilitate recreational and educational activities for residents, encouraging their participation and engagement in positive and enriching experiences.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of resident interactions, activities, and progress, documenting any significant incidents or observations as required.

Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, external agencies, and professionals involved in the care and support of residents, participating in team meetings and case reviews as needed.

Personal Development: Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in areas such as child development, safeguarding, and trauma-informed care.

What are the minimum requirements as a Residential Support Worker?

• Good standard of written and spoken English, which is sufficient to write records and reports
• Basic arithmetic
• Experience of working with young people, aged approx. 12-17 with ACS, challenging behaviours, mental health and or emotional difficulties.
• Knowledge of the problems that children that children and young people can face.
• Knowledge of the effects on young people of abuse and oppression
• Ideally you will have worked within a care home environment

How do I apply for this Residential Support Worker Vacancy?

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For more information, please contact Sian Webb on [email protected] / 07909400791

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