Residential Support Worker

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established care provider in London is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide care and emotional support to children and young people with behavioral needs. This full-time position offers a salary up to £13.50 per hour with additional sleep-in payments. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential care and a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. Employee benefits include ongoing training, pension contributions, and 28 days holiday.

Benefits

Enhanced pension contributions

Ongoing training

28 days of holiday

Qualifications

• 3 years experience supporting children or young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and child welfare legislation.
• Clear understanding of young people's needs and rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional, practical and physical support to young people.
• Build strong relationships based on trust.
• Assist with daily household tasks.

Skills

Emotional support

Building relationships

Positive reinforcement

Record keeping

Challenging behavior management

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Secondary education (GCSE or equivalent)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Residential Support Worker to join a well-established care provider offering residential and supported accommodation services for children and young people with emotional or behavioural needs.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will be providing hands-on care, guidance and emotional support to young people in a residential setting.This full-time role offers a salary range of up to £13.50 per hour with sleep-ins (paid at £50 per night) and benefits.

They are looking for multiple candidates.

You will be responsible for:

- Offering day-to-day emotional, practical and physical support to young people

- Building strong, respectful relationships based on trust and encouragement

- Helping individuals manage behaviour and develop life skills through positive reinforcement

- Supporting education, activities, and personal development

- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care plans

- Acting as a consistent and responsible role model

- Assisting with daily household tasks and routines

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked as a Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Childcare Worker, care worker,Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner,Childcare Practitioner or in a similar role.

- Must have experience of 3 years supporting children or young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties, in residential care or similar environments

- Possess Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, Childcare, or Sports Activities

- Clear understanding of safeguarding practices and child welfare legislation

- Able to manage challenging behaviour confidently and constructively

- Awareness of young people's needs and rights

- Secondary education (GCSE or equivalent)

What's on offer:

- Competitive Salary

- Additional sleep-in payment

- Enhanced pension contributions

- Funded DBS application

- Ongoing training (both online and in-person)

- Opportunities for progression and career development

- 28 days of holiday, including bank holidays

- Free on-site parking

This is a rewarding and fulfilling opportunity for a Residential Support Worker to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives.

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