Residential Support Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Therapeutic Support Worker to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children. This role offers the chance to work with a national charity that specializes in therapeutic care, providing essential support to young people affected by trauma. You will receive ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you are well-equipped to succeed. With a full-time contract, generous annual leave, and the unique opportunity to become a qualified child psychotherapist, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Paid for DBS

Fully funded training

Ongoing progression opportunities

Pension benefits

Maternity and paternity benefits

Opportunity to become a qualified child psychotherapist

Qualifications

• Genuine empathy for young people and commitment to their futures.
• Full clean driver's license is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Help children with their emotional, physical, and developmental needs.
• Encourage positive life experiences for the children.

Skills

Empathy for young people

Commitment to shift work

Full clean driver's license

Job description

Do you want to make a positive difference to vulnerable children and their lives? Are you keen to work with an outstanding provider who offers clear development and progression opportunities? Do you have a passion for personal development?

If you have answered yes to any of the above, then please get in touch as I have a rewarding opportunity with a National Charity who specializes in providing Therapeutic care to vulnerable children and young people who have been victims of trauma.

Please do not apply if you need sponsorship. To apply for this role you must have residence and the right to work within the UK.

This is a role where you will be working with one of the most established and reputable care providers in the area and will benefit from ongoing training and support to ensure you have everything you need to become successful in the role.

Requirements:

• Full clean driver's license
• Commitment to shift work
• A genuine empathy for young people and their backgrounds, with a passion to support their futures

Benefits for the Therapeutic Support Worker include:

• Salary of £30,000 - £35,000
• Full-time contract
• 40 days annual leave
• Paid for DBS
• Fully funded training
• Ongoing progression opportunities
• Pension, maternity and paternity benefits, and more!
• The unique opportunity to become a qualified child psychotherapist whilst working in a children's home.

Responsibilities of the Therapeutic Residential Worker:

• Ensuring to help the children with their emotional, physical, and developmental needs.
• Display yourself as an appropriate role model.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, empathy, and resilience.
• Encourage positive life experiences for the children.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Location: Smeeth, Ashford

Please follow the instructions on this website to apply your interest, or alternatively for more information on this position please contact Laura, who can answer any questions and fast track your application to my client.