Children Support Worker

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay (£13.50 per hr)

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Career development opportunities

Supportive management team

Rewarding work with real impact

Long-term career in children's care

Job summary

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd is supporting a specialist residential childcare provider in Sunderland to recruit a Residential Support Worker. The role focuses on high-quality care in a residential setting, promoting safety, independence and wellbeing for children and young people.

The successful candidate will be caring, resilient and able to work as part of a team, with shifts including weekends and sleep-ins. Competitive hourly pay and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate approach to supporting children and young people.
• Resilient and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable, professional, and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with daily routines, education and activities.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people and colleagues.
• Encourage independence and life skills.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Maintain a safe, caring home environment.
• Collaborate with families, social workers and external agencies.
• Follow safeguarding policies and care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Support young people to achieve personal goals.

Skills

Caring

Resilient

Strong communication

Reliable

Team player

Flexible

Passionate

Education

Health & Social Care qualification (desirable)

Job description

Residential Support Worker - Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes? Do you want a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference in a child's life?

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist residential childcare provider for a Residential Support Worker to join a dedicated team in Sunderland. This is an excellent opportunity for caring, resilient and motivated individuals looking to develop a career within residential childcare, children's services, support work, youth work or social care.

Whether you already have experience working with children and young people or are looking to take the next step into the sector, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to children and young people living in a residential home setting. You will help create a safe, stable and nurturing environment while promoting independence, personal growth and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people with daily routines, education and activities
• Building positive, trusting and professional relationships
• Encouraging independence, confidence and essential life skills
• Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
• Creating a safe, caring and supportive home environment
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, social workers and external agencies
• Following safeguarding policies, procedures and children's care plans
• Maintaining accurate records, reports and documentation
• Supporting young people to achieve personal goals and outcomes

About You

• Caring, compassionate and committed to making a difference
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills
• Reliable, professional and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people

Desired Experience

A relevant qualification in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People's Workforce or Residential Childcare is desirable but not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay of £13.50 per hour
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Rewarding work with real purpose and impact
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within children's residential care