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Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£13.50 per hour

Full support and training

Career progression opportunities

Rewarding role with real impact

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd. is seeking Residential Support Workers in Exeter to support children and young people in a residential setting. You will play a vital role in daily routines, education, hobbies and community activities, as part of a caring team.

The role emphasizes building trusting relationships, safeguarding, and completing records. A genuine passion for the welfare of young people and flexibility for shifts, including sleep-ins, are important.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people.
• Caring, patient and resilient approach.
• Calm in challenging situations.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Support children with their daily routines and activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.
• Provide emotional and practical support.
• Support education, hobbies and community activities.
• Work as part of a dedicated care team.
• Follow individual care plans and safeguarding procedures.
• Complete appropriate records and reports.

Skills

passion for working with children

calm under pressure

patience

willingness to learn

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to thrive?

We are looking for dedicated

Residential Support Workers to join a supportive children's residential service in

Exeter.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people while developing a rewarding career in children's residential care.

You will:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
• Support children with their daily routines and activities
• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development
• Provide emotional and practical support
• Support education, hobbies and community activities
• Work as part of a dedicated care team
• Follow individual care plans and safeguarding procedures
• Complete appropriate records and reports

What We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people
• A caring, patient and resilient approach
• The ability to remain calm in challenging situations
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• The ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins
• Previous experience in children's residential care, support work, education, youth work or a similar environment would be advantageous.

What You'll Receive

£13.50 per hour

Full support and training

Opportunities for career progression

A rewarding role where you can make a real difference

A supportive team environment

If you're looking for a role where

every day is different and the work you do genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.