Be a Beacon for Kids: Casual Residential Support Worker

Keys Children; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Induction program

Training and qualifications

Enhanced DBS paid

28 days annual leave

Staff referral bonus

Discount schemes

Life assurance

Maternity & Paternity pay

Wellbeing service

Job summary

Keys Children in Waterlooville and Denmead are seeking casual Children’s Residential Support Workers to care for children with complex needs or learning disabilities. You will provide a safe, loving home, offer encouragement, and support development in times of crisis.

The role involves personal care as required, flexible shifts including sleep-ins, and emotional resilience. Benefits include a Real Living Wage, full induction, funded training, enhanced DBS, 28 days leave, referrals and discounts.

Qualifications

• Be part of a caring team that supports children and young people.
• Excellent communication with colleagues, families and professionals.
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and physical support to children to help them reach their potential.
• Offer encouragement, praise and a patient, understanding approach.
• Maintain a safe home environment including cleaning, laundry and cooking as needed.
• Build relationships and help children enjoy everyday activities and tasks.

Skills

Great communication

Caring nature

Flexibility

Resilience

Shift work

Sleep-ins

Job description

Keys Children in Waterlooville and Denmead are seeking casual Children’s Residential Support Workers to care for children with complex needs or learning disabilities. You will provide a safe, loving home, offer encouragement, and support development in times of crisis.

The role involves personal care as required, flexible shifts including sleep-ins, and emotional resilience. Benefits include a Real Living Wage, full induction, funded training, enhanced DBS, 28 days leave, referrals and discounts.