Residential Support Worker

North East Regional Employers Organisation; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team dedicated to supporting children who have faced significant challenges. As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will be a role model and mentor, helping children build healthy relationships and thrive through education. This rewarding role involves planning engaging activities and providing therapeutic support tailored to each child's needs. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people and have the drive to pursue further training, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a supportive environment that believes in the potential of every child to rewrite their destiny.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards NVQ 4 or equivalent in children's residential care.
• Desire for further education/training in child support.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide child-centred activities for children in care.
• Monitor care and treatment of assigned children effectively.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Therapeutic relationship building

Creative care planning

Education

NVQ 4 or QCF diploma in working with children

HSC 375 medication training

Tools

UK driving licence

Job description

Salary: £25,119 - £27,803 (Plus enhancements for waking nights, Bank Holidays, and Sunday working and sleep in rate £87.54)

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Category: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Middlesbrough

Number of Posts: 1

Job Overview

We are looking for a Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our ever-growing team. You'll be a role model and mentor and play a key part in the support system for children who have experienced significant trauma. You'll play a vital role in helping them build healthy relationships and discover the benefits of education. It's tough, it's challenging but it's incredibly rewarding. We'll look to you to plan and provide child-centred cultural, physical, play and recreational activities.

Responsibilities

1. Think creatively about and contribute to effective care planning.
2. Provide appropriate therapeutic relationships with the children.
3. Monitor the care and treatment of your assigned children within the household.
4. Work to a flexible working rota 365 days of the year including long days, sleep shifts, and waking nights.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following:

1. A willingness to work towards or hold the recognised NVQ 4 or QCF diploma in working with children and young people in residential care, or equivalent relevant Children’s Residential work.
2. A willingness to complete or hold the recognised HSC 375 medication or equivalent.
3. Desire to undertake further education/training.
4. Training or qualifications that demonstrate a clear ability to communicate effectively and think critically.
5. A valid and full UK driving licence.
6. The legal right to live and work in the UK.

About Us

Middlesbrough Council, Children’s residential services are passionate about the children of Middlesbrough. We believe that with support and opportunities, children can overcome challenges and shape their future. We see their untold stories, possibilities, dreams, and untapped potential – and we believe in their ability to rewrite their destiny.

Residential Services

Our Residential services include:

1. Fir Tree and Willow Tree: Care for children aged 8-18 who may have social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties as well as complex needs.
2. Rosecroft Residential & Staying Close Service: Care for children aged 16-18 with the aim of supporting and transitioning these young people on to independence.
3. Holly Lodge Children’s home: Care for children aged 8-17 who may have autism spectrum disorder or other learning disabilities.
4. Gleneagles Resource Centre for Children with Disabilities: A short break service for children and young people diagnosed with medium to severe learning, physical and disability.
5. Future for Families: NWD service accommodation for children and young people who cannot currently live with their families or need a short break.
6. Daniel Court: Supported accommodation for 16-18 years in self-contained flats.

Application Process

If you believe that you have the experience and expertise required to succeed in this role, then we want to hear from you!

All applicants shortlisted for interview must be willing to attend a visit day and complete an application form (for regulatory purposes).

If you have any questions about the role or the work we do, please email [e-mail].

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.