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Residential Support Worker

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 them in addressing past and present difficulties.

Job Description

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.

Hours & Shift Patterns

  • Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis.

  • Shifts: 2 – 3 shifts per week (08:00am until 11:00pm) – with mandatory sleep-in shifts.

Benefits And Features

  • £30 additional payment per mandatory sleep-in shift
  • Enhanced overtime pay of 1.25x your hourly rate
  • Enhanced DBS check fully covered
  • Comprehensive induction and a two-week training program provided
  • 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
  • Rota provided 4 weeks in advance for forward planning

Key Responsibilities:​

  • Providing emotional support during challenging times and assisting young people through past and present difficulties.
  • 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 everyday living needs of children and young people, organising social activities, and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.).

Requirements:

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We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

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