Job Title: Residential Children's Support Worker
Location: Leigh
We are proud to support this leading residential childcare provider with their recruitment project for a number of children's support workers and senior support workers due to the business expansion in the area. They provide a therapeutic environment to children with EBD aged between 8-17 years. Our client has seven well established residential homes registered with Ofsted.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will have a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being and development of young people under our client's care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Effective Decision-Making
- Adherence to Policies
- Confidentiality
- Child Care Practice
- Supervision and Guidance
- Key Worker Support
- Specific Plan Execution
- Leadership
- Safeguarding
- Reporting
- Administrative Tasks
General Duties:
- Flexibility: Perform tasks as assigned by the Registered Managers and Deputy Managers
- Transportation: Act as a driver when required, transporting young people to school, college, activities, and shopping trips
- Sleep-In Duties: Perform sleep-in duties as per your schedule
Requirements:
- Previous experience in residential childcare - beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided
- Transferable skills acquired within other care or educational settings
- NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent for senior roles
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Full, clean UK driving license
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Enhanced overtime rates
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people
- Comprehensive training and development programs
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Career progression opportunities
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your up-to-date CV and we will aim to get back to you within 2 business days