Residential Support Worker

Additional Resources; Telford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established social care services provider is seeking a full-time Residential Support Worker to support children and young people in a residential setting. This role includes promoting independence through structured routines, emotional support, and managing daily activities while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Residential Support Worker or similar role.
• Passion for working with young people in a caring environment.
• Strong communication skills and a full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily routines and activities.
• Encourage healthy eating and assist with meal preparation.
• Provide emotional support and manage challenging behaviors.

Skills

Communication skills

Support and care

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Support Worker to join a well-established social care services provider. This full-time role offers a salary of £13 per hour and benefits.

Role Overview

As a Residential Support Worker, you will support children and young people in a residential care setting, promoting their independence and wellbeing through structured routines, emotional support, and daily activities.

Locations

They are looking for multiple candidates for their 2 and 3 bedded homes.

Responsibilities

• Supporting young people with day-to-day routines and activities within the home.
• Encouraging healthy eating and assisting with meal preparation.
• Acting as a positive role model and helping build young people's confidence.
• Supporting with independent living skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, and budgeting.
• Providing emotional support during challenging behaviours and helping manage crises.
• Maintaining accurate and timely written records and reports.
• Driving young people to appointments, school, or social activities as needed.
• Working as a key worker for designated young people, helping with personal plans and progress.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Childcare Worker, Care Worker, or in a similar role.
• Passion for working in a caring environment with young people.
• Ideally hold a Level 3 Diploma or be working towards it.
• Strong communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence would be preferred.

Application

Apply now for this Residential Support Worker position to work with a dynamic team and further develop your career.

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