Children'S Residential Support Worker

Nursing Medical Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support service provider in Birmingham seeks a Children's Residential Support Worker to make a meaningful impact on children's lives. You will assist in their daily routines and support emotional and behavioral growth in a nurturing environment. This role offers flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate of £12.21, with additional pay for sleep-ins.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible working arrangements

Enriching work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially those with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a safe and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe and nurturing home environment suitable for the children's age.
• Support children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Promote good health and welfare and identify needs.

Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker

Birmingham - B14

£12.21 per hour (sleep-in's £50 flat rate)

7am - 7.30pm

In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children by providing care, guidance, and support during their crucial developmental years. Your commitment to creating a safe, positive, and nurturing environment will help shape their future.

You will support children with bedtime routines and engage in activities that may be adrenaline-fueled, requiring playfulness, acceptance, curiosity, and empathy, with an emphasis on structure and routine.

We offer a competitive package, flexible working arrangements, and an enriching work environment. This is a chance to contribute long-term support and embark on a fulfilling career with us.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Assist in providing a safe and nurturing home environment suitable for the children's age, understanding, and needs.
2. Support children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).
3. Assist with daily activities and encourage children to participate in decisions about their care.
4. Support children in taking responsibility for their self-care and personal hygiene appropriate to their age.
5. Promote good health and welfare, identifying needs and ensuring appropriate services are provided.
6. Develop positive relationships with young people and help them develop existing skills and learn new ones.
7. Act as a positive role model and support young people transitioning from care into adulthood.
8. Maintain records related to each young person, contribute to care plans, and provide reports as required.