Flexible Residential Support Worker for Vulnerable Youth

Confidential; New Romney; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker for flexible agency shifts across children and young people’s residential settings in the UK. You will provide day-to-day care, build trusting relationships, and support routines, activities and emotional well-being while adapting to varied homes and needs.

You must be 21+, have at least 6 months’ residential care experience, hold a clean UK driving licence, and be willing to work long days, weekends and sleep-ins as required.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age or older.
• At least 6 months' experience working with children or young people in a residential setting.
• A clean UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work long days, weekends and sleep-in shifts when required.
• Genuine commitment to working with vulnerable children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day care and support to vulnerable children and young people
• Building positive and trusting relationships
• Supporting young people with their daily routines and individual needs
• Engaging children in activities, hobbies and interests
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Managing and responding appropriately to challenging behaviours
• Supporting children with autism and other additional needs
• Following individual care plans and risk assessments
• Maintaining professional boundaries and providing consistent support

Skills

Calm demeanor

Emotional resilience

Reliability

Adaptability

Communication

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker for flexible agency shifts across children and young people’s residential settings in the UK. You will provide day-to-day care, build trusting relationships, and support routines, activities and emotional well-being while adapting to varied homes and needs.

You must be 21+, have at least 6 months’ residential care experience, hold a clean UK driving licence, and be willing to work long days, weekends and sleep-ins as required.