Childrens Support Worker

Peters Dean Care Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Induction program

Training & qualifications

Enhanced pay scales

Maternity & paternity pay

Free meals

Employee benefits programme

Life assurance

Annual leave 28 days

Job summary

Peters Dean Care Ltd is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide care, support and guidance for Looked after Children. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualised care plans and therapeutic interventions, fostering patience, empathy and strong communication to manage behaviours.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, professionalism, and collaboration with families, schools, and external agencies to support emotional and developmental needs within a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
• Strong understanding of child development and trauma impact.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to children with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the children, fostering a sense of trust and security.
• Implement and follow individualised care plans, ensuring the needs of each child are met.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies and interventions.
• Support children in their educational, social, and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in regular training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, external agencies, and families to ensure a holistic approach to care.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Residential Child Care

Social Work

Psychology

Job description

This is a role for someone who understands that progress isn't always straightforward. Building trust takes time, consistency and patience, but the impact you can have is lasting.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

Role Overview:

Our home provides a safe, stable and supportive environment where children and young people can begin to rebuild confidence, develop resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in the daily lives of Looked after Children, providing care, support, and guidance. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to create individualised care plans and implement therapeutic interventions. Your patience, empathy, and strong communication skills will help you manage challenging behaviours and support the children's emotional and developmental needs.

Role Overview:

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in the daily lives of Looked after Children, providing care, support, and guidance. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to create individualised care plans and implement therapeutic interventions. Your patience, empathy, and strong communication skills will help you manage challenging behaviours and support the children's emotional and developmental needs.

Shift pattern

4 shifts per week - 39 hours

2 sleep ins on average a week.

Working 2 in 4 weekends.

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive salary.
• Full induction and introductory programme
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Enhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experience.
• Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay
• Free meals.
• Fantastic employee Benefits programme
• Life assurance.
• 28 days of annual leave.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and supervision to children with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the children, fostering a sense of trust and security.
• Implement and follow individualised care plans, ensuring the needs of each child are met.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies and interventions.
• Support children in their educational, social, and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in regular training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, external agencies, and families to ensure a holistic approach to care.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience working with children, particularly those with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
• Relevant qualifications in Residential Child Care, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields are desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of child development and the impact of trauma and adverse experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.