Children's Residential Support Worker

Universal Care Group; Walsall; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Casual dress

Free parking

On-site parking

Descripción de la vacante

Universal Care Group is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide holistic care for children and young people in an Ofsted-regulated residential setting. You will act as a key worker, supporting health, education and daily living activities while maintaining a safe, compassionate environment.

The role requires experience with children, relevant childcare qualifications (or willingness to study), and the ability to collaborate with staff. Driving licence is preferred but not essential.

Formación

• Experience working with children and young people.
• NVQ Level 3 in childcare / CYPW Diploma or willingness to work towards this.
• Ability to support staff working with traumatised children and young people.
• Knowledge of Child Protection issues and relevant legislation (preferable).
• Knowledge of child adolescent development and effects of separation and loss.
• Support to meet Ofsted Health, Wellbeing and Education regulations.
• Compassionate care and safety for residents.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
• Engage children in recreational and educational activities.
• Be computer literate and write detailed reports.
• Calm, welcoming and empathetic attitude.
• Holding a valid Driving Licence (preferable).

Responsabilidades

• Provide care and support for children and young people.
• Act as a key worker and role model.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of residents.
• Assist with daily living activities, including meals.
• Engage in recreational and educational activities.
• Write up detailed reports and records.

Conocimientos

Experience with children

Report writing

Calm demeanour

Driving licence

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Educación

NVQ Level 3 childcare

CYPW Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Ofsted Residential Home - Children's Residential Support Worker

We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic individuals to join our team to provide a high quality of care and support for children and young people within our residential and home. Residential Support Workers will need to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, cultural and educational needs of the children and young people.

Residential Support Workers will act as a key worker and become a positive role model who is able to offer advice, guidance and assistance to our Children and Young People.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children and young people
• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in childcare / CYPW Diploma or equivalent or willingness to work towards this.
• Have the ability to work with and support staff working with children young people who have been traumatised by abuse, neglect and harm.
• Preferably have knowledge of Child Protection issues and relevant legislation
• Preferably have knowledge of child adolescent development, the impact of separation and loss, physical, sexual and emotional abuse and difficult behaviours that arise from this abuse
• Provide support to our children and young people to meet Ofsted regulations relating to Health and Wellbeing and Education
• Provide compassionate care and support to children in the home, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Assist with daily living activities, including meal preparation and personal hygiene.
• Engage children in recreational and educational activities to promote development.
• Be computer literate and able to write up detailed reports
• Have a calm, welcoming and non-judgmental attitude, presenting compassion and empathy towards our residents.
• Hold a valid Driving License however this is not essential for the role

We offer flexible working hours, a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, career progression and a pension scheme.

As we are committed to safeguarding children and young people, all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check with adult and child workforce.

Qualified rate payable for individuals who currently hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential or NVQ Level 4 Children and Young People.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• We are unable to offer a COS for this role. Can you confirm you hold the Right To Work in the UK without any working hour restrictions?

Work Location: In person