Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Worcestershire
Salary: £30,272.20 to £34,275 (sleep allowance included)

A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join a supportive team at a children's home in Kempsey, Worcester. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about making a positive impact on young lives. As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in empowering and caring for children aged 8-18 facing Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

If you are resilient, compassionate, and committed to supporting young people, this role offers rewarding experiences and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their lives, tailored to their age.
• Maintain a homely, friendly environment within the children's home.
• Manage challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Support children and young people in promoting independence and well-being.
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to care plans, guidelines, and communication methods.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives.

Requirements:

• Experience as a Children’s Residential Support Worker or with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Experience within healthcare or social care settings is advantageous.
• Must hold a full UK manual driver’s licence, as transportation of young people may be required.
• Must be over the age of 21 and able to commute to Worcestershire

Additional Benefits:

• Opportunity to complete fully funded Level 3 and 4 Children & Young People qualifications.
• Free meals during shifts.
• Paid to participate in activities such as computer gaming and theme parks.
• Casual dress code.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Comprehensive training and CPD planning.
• Opportunities to maximise earnings and career growth.
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage.

Crave adventure? Being a Children's Residential Support Worker is anything but ordinary. Each day brings new experiences supporting children with EBD in a transformed environment. If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to start or develop your career in health and social care, click 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

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