Residential Day Support Worker (Poole) - Weekend Shifts

Red Snapper Recruitment LTD; Poole; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave up to 30 days

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Red Snapper Recruitment is hiring a Residential Day Support Worker in Poole to join a compassionate team. You will provide practical and emotional support, help reduce risk, and assist clients in progressing toward independence and community reintegration.

The role involves a 3 x 12.5-hour shift pattern, weekend work, and safeguarding responsibilities. DBS with Adult Barred List and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• A person-centred and non-judgemental approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence to maintain appropriate boundaries while supporting clients.
• The ability to remain calm and resilient when dealing with challenging situations.
• The ability to de-escalate situations and respond appropriately to risk.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
• A professional approach and commitment to safeguarding and client wellbeing.
• A willingness to undertake additional training relevant to the needs of the service.
• Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and unsociable hours as part of a rota.

Responsibilities

• Support clients through induction, prison assessments and move-on planning.
• Help clients work towards positive outcomes and successful reintegration into the community.
• Deliver programmes and keywork sessions that support personal development and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to risk assessments and risk management plans.
• Monitor compliance and identify and report changes in risk or behaviour.
• Participate in professional and multi-agency meetings, sharing relevant information appropriately.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the service, including client entry and exit procedures

Job description

Red Snapper Recruitment is hiring a Residential Day Support Worker in Poole to join a compassionate team. You will provide practical and emotional support, help reduce risk, and assist clients in progressing toward independence and community reintegration.

The role involves a 3 x 12.5-hour shift pattern, weekend work, and safeguarding responsibilities. DBS with Adult Barred List and right to work in the UK are required.