Residential Care Worker — Empower Youth with Full Training

Lockhart Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £25k-£32k

Holiday up to 13 weeks

Sleep-in opportunities

Qualifications funded

CPD & training

Career progression

Job summary

Lockhart Recruitment is partnering with a respected specialist education and residential care provider to recruit compassionate Residential Care Workers in Exeter. You will support children and young adults aged 9-25 to develop independence, confidence and life skills in a nurturing residential setting.

This role offers a salary between £25,000 and £32,000 per annum, full training and funded qualifications, a focus on safeguarding, and a supportive team with progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential care or education is desirable.
• Existing Level 3 qualifications welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting young people with daily living and independence skills
• Providing emotional, social and practical support
• Supporting personal care needs with dignity and respect
• Planning and organising social activities and community outings
• Accompanying young people on trips and recreational activities
• Building positive and professional relationships with young people, families and external professionals
• Promoting safeguarding and well-being at all times
• Contributing to care planning and record keeping

Skills

Initiative

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Independence

Job description

Lockhart Recruitment is partnering with a respected specialist education and residential care provider to recruit compassionate Residential Care Workers in Exeter. You will support children and young adults aged 9-25 to develop independence, confidence and life skills in a nurturing residential setting.

This role offers a salary between £25,000 and £32,000 per annum, full training and funded qualifications, a focus on safeguarding, and a supportive team with progression opportunities.