Children’s Residential Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks compassionate support workers to empower vulnerable young individuals. As part of a flexible agency role, you will engage with young people facing emotional and challenging behaviors, promoting their independence through fun activities and support. This role offers the unique opportunity to work across multiple companies, enhancing your skills while enjoying the freedom of choosing your shifts. With unlimited time off and enhanced pay for bank holidays, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Flexible shift options

Unlimited time off

Free online training courses

Enhanced rates for bank holidays

Opportunities for permanent roles

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting vulnerable young people in social care settings.
• Ability to engage and promote independence in young individuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and positive living environment for residents.
• Follow care plans and engage residents in fun activities.
• Promote independence and provide emotional support.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Understanding

Emotional and Challenging Behaviours (EBD)

Learning Disabilities (LD)

Mental Health (MH)

Education

Minimum of 3 months UK-based Social Care experience

Tools

DBS on the online update service

Valid driving licence

Job description

DegreeSix is a specialist agency working exclusively with Residential & Supported Living services for Young People aged 6 and above in some of the top private Social Care providers in the Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire area.

This role is an agency, zero-hour support worker position offering flexibility to pick and choose shifts among various companies. Please note, we do not offer guaranteed work.

We are seeking support workers who possess the knowledge, compassion, patience, and understanding to support, enrich, and promote the independence of vulnerable young people.

• Emotional and Challenging Behaviours (EBD)
• Learning Disabilities (LD) & Autism
• Mental Health (MH) – including self-harm and suicide risk

Role responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a safe, clean, and positive living environment by managing domestic tasks
• Following care plans and safeguarding procedures
• Engaging residents through fun and educational activities to develop interests and hobbies
• Organizing and participating in day trips such as theme parks, seaside visits, and outings to parks
• Promoting independence and providing emotional support

Why choose DegreeSix?

• Flexible shift options to suit your schedule
• Unlimited time off
• Free online training courses
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays, often double pay
• Opportunities for permanent roles
• Work across multiple companies to develop your skills and experience

Requirements to join DegreeSix:

• Minimum of 3 months UK-based Social Care experience
• DBS on the online update service (preferred but not mandatory)
• Valid driving licence

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like more details, please apply or contact our office line [Mon – Fri : to :].