Residential Care Worker: Children with Complex Needs (8–18)

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps is seeking a dedicated care professional to support children and young people aged 8–18 with learning disabilities and autism.

You will work as part of a team, following PBS strategies and safeguarding guidelines, assisting with personal care and engaging CYP in activities to promote wellbeing.

Shift times are 7:00–14:30 or 14:00–21:30, service operates 24/7; training provided.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People / Social Care.
• Experience supporting 8–18-year-olds with high and complex needs.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and de-escalation techniques.
• Understanding safeguarding and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support CYP with personal care (morning/evening routines, toileting, bathing, changing).
• Promote inclusion and wellbeing by engaging CYP in activities.
• Provide full adult support as required by CYP attending the service.
• Remain calm and competent in crisis situations and uphold safeguarding policies.

Skills

PBS knowledge

CYP support experience

De-escalation techniques

Flexibility

Crisis management

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People / Social Care

Job description

Pertemps is seeking a dedicated care professional to support children and young people aged 8–18 with learning disabilities and autism.

You will work as part of a team, following PBS strategies and safeguarding guidelines, assisting with personal care and engaging CYP in activities to promote wellbeing.

Shift times are 7:00–14:30 or 14:00–21:30, service operates 24/7; training provided.