Residential Childcare Support Worker - Drivers only, Smethwick

Proline Care Limited; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support service in Smethwick is seeking a Residential Support Worker to manage day-to-day operations and assist in the care of children and young people. The ideal candidate will need a UK driver's license and previous experience in residential childcare. This role offers potential for career progression and is aimed at those committed to positively impacting the lives of children while maintaining high care standards.

Qualifications

• Clear DBS.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, nights, and day shifts on a rota basis.

Responsibilities

• Support children according to their individual needs.
• Assist in coordinating and managing activities.
• Encourage children to follow their own cultural beliefs.
• Ensure security and control of medication.
• Organise staff responsibilities and planning duty rotas.
• Promote professionalism among the team.
• Maintain communication during team meetings.
• Ensure cleanliness of the home.
• Assist in ensuring the safety of the residents.
• Help manage the health of children.

Skills

UK drivers licence

Previous experience in residential childcare

Ability to work weekends and shifts

Job description

Role Overview

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting the leadership team by managing staff, resources, and the day‑to‑day operations of the home. You will also work directly with children and young people, contributing to their care, safety, and personal development.

Main Responsibilities

• To work with children and young people according to their individual needs, providing focused support as planned and directed.


• To assist in coordinating and managing activities to ensure safe, consistent care that meets the needs of the children.


• To encourage children to follow their own religion and cultural beliefs.


• To ensure adherence to procedures for the security, administration, and control of medication.


• To assist in organising staff responsibilities and planning duty rotas, including sleeping‑in duties.


• To lead by example, promoting professionalism among the team.


• To encourage a culture of flexibility and teamwork; be prepared to work in other homes if required.


• To participate in staff development programs and contribute to in‑house training sessions.


• To engage in team meetings and maintain communication.


• To maintain the home to high standards of cleanliness.


• To assist in ensuring the safety of the home’s residents, including organising regular fire drills.


• To help manage the health of the children by arranging medical and dental exams, and maintaining hygiene standards.


• To operate within the Authority’s Health and Safety guidelines, including food handling best practices.


• To be an effective role model for other staff members and young people.


• Always observe strict confidentiality regarding the home and its residents, recognising their vulnerability and ensuring their privacy.

Requirements

• UK drivers licence


• Previous experience in residential childcare


• Clear DBS


• Ability to work weekends, evenings, nights and day shifts on a rota basis

For the right candidate, there will be opportunities for career progression.

If you are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people while upholding the highest standards of care, and you are eager to grow professionally, we encourage you to apply.