Children's Residential Support Worker

Nottingham Source: WhatJobs

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Children’s Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive organisation dedicated to creating opportunities and fostering growth for vulnerable children and young people. The position is a permanent role, offering a rewarding environment where you can develop your career while making a real impact.

About the role

As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will provide safe, consistent, and child-centred care for children and young people living in our residential home. Your duties will include supporting their emotional and physical wellbeing, contributing to their care plans, safeguarding their welfare, and promoting their independence. You will work as part of a dedicated team aligned with our therapeutic, innovative approach that puts children first. This role requires a caring personality, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Candidate Responsibilities

Provide safe, child-centred care, respecting individual needs
Support emotional, physical, and psychological wellbeing
Promote equality, inclusion, and challenge discrimination
Safeguard and promote children’s welfare in line with legislation and policies
Support children’s personal hygiene, behaviour, and life skills development
Participate in the development, review, and implementation of care plans
Support children with leisure, education, and social activities
Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and safeguarding procedures
Undertake household duties, including cooking, cleaning, and laundry
Administer medication as trained and support children when unwell
Engage in team meetings, training, and personal development initiatives
Be flexible with working hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
Promote a safe and inclusive environment adhering to health and safety regulations

Benefits of working as a Children’s Residential Support Worker

Enhanced Annual Leave – Start at 224 hours rising to 248 hours after four years – because we know how precious your time off is.
Supported Qualifications – We back you in gaining recognised, transferable qualifications that validate your expertise and align with industry standards.
Cheers for Years – We celebrate loyalty. Receive a gift at your 2, 5 and 10 year milestones as a thank-you for your continued commitment to changing lives.
Health & Wellbeing Day – Take a paid wellbeing day each year to support your physical, mental and emotional health.