Children's Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Casual dress code

Company pension scheme

Discounts for outlets and cinemas

Comprehensive training and development

Potential £1000 pay rise on QCF

Career progression support

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. You will support children aged 10-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties in a residential setting, contributing to their safety and wellbeing.

Salary ranges from £31,493.40 to £34,495 per year, with a sleep allowance included. Benefits include free meals on shift, a pension scheme, and ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people, or in social care, is desirable.
• Must hold a valid driver’s licence.
• Over the age of 21.
• NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (desirable).
• Knowledge of mental health support work or related social care experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support young people in a fast-paced environment, encouraging their social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Promote independence and well-being through therapeutic care and activity participation.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of young people by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of individual care plans and guidelines.
• Manage challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically, creating a secure environment.
• Develop positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Maintain a homely, friendly atmosphere within the residential setting.

Skills

Driver's licence

Experience with children & youngPeople

Age 21+

Mental health awareness

Social care experience

Education

NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People

Job description

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £31,493.40 to £34,495 (sleep allowance included)

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join a friendly residential service in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to support young people aged 10-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) in a nurturing and safe environment. If you enjoy activities like sports, arts and crafts, and theme park outings, this role offers a rewarding career where you can truly make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support young people in a fast-paced environment, encouraging their social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Promote independence and well-being through therapeutic care and activity participation.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of young people by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of individual care plans and guidelines.
• Manage challenging behaviours safely and sympathetically, creating a secure environment.
• Develop positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Maintain a homely, friendly atmosphere within the residential setting.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children and young people, or in social care, is desirable.
• Must hold a valid driver’s licence, as transportation of young people may be required.
• Over the age of 21.
• NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (desirable).
• Knowledge of mental health support work or related social care experience (desirable).

Additional Benefits:

• Free meals whilst on shift.
• Paid to participate in activities such as computer games, sports, and outings.
• Casual dress code.
• Company pension scheme.
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity for a £1000 pay rise upon qualifying in QCF.
• Support for career progression and earnings maximisation.

Closing Statement:

If you want to make a real, measurable difference in the lives of young people, this Children's Residential Support Worker role in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, could be your ideal career move.