We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and resilient Children’s Support Worker to join our team supporting young people in a residential setting. You will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that promotes the emotional, social, and educational development of children and young people aged between (Aged 8 –18)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day care and support for children and young people in line with their individual care plans
- Build trusting, positive relationships with children, promoting their self-esteem and independence
- Support with daily routines, including getting ready for school, meal preparation, and bedtime routines
- Work proactively with colleagues, external professionals, and families to safeguard and promote the welfare of children
- Encourage participation in education, leisure activities, and life skills development
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards
- Respond appropriately to challenging behaviour and incidents, following established policies and behaviour management techniques
- Participate in regular supervision, training, and team meetings
- Work flexibly to cover a mixture of early and late shifts, including weekends and holidays as part of a rota
Requirements:
- Experience working within a professional care setting within the UK
- Experience in managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to remain calm and consistent under pressure
- A genuine passion for supporting young people and making a positive difference in their lives
- Must be able to work mixed shift patterns, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
- Must be able to commit to 1 sleep in per week.
Excellent training opportunities include:
- Initial orientation
- Ongoing 6-month Basic and Essential Training Programme
- Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Child Care & Education
- W.A.V.E. Physical Intervention (Working with Aggression and Violence Effectively)
- Safe Environments Training (accredited by the British Safety Council)
- Safeguarding Training (basic, advanced, management, and learning environments)
- Autism Awareness
- Restorative Practice
- Understanding Developmental Trauma
- Introduction to Supervision
- Competitive salary scales
- Investment in your professional and personal development through an extensive training package worth approximately £3,000 per employee
- Homely working environments as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team
- Opportunities to build knowledge and practice in Therapeutic Child Care and Education
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Please send your CV over now to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.
