Residential support worker - Belper

TeacherActive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Derbyshire is seeking a passionate Residential Support Worker to provide care for children. The role includes night shifts and requires a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young Peoples Workforce, or a willingness to obtain one. Experience with young people exhibiting challenging behaviours is essential. The position offers competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme – up to £200 for referrals

Casual dress

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in supporting young people with trauma or challenging behaviours.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent care to children in a residential setting.
• Ensure children feel safe and their wishes are respected.
• Work night shifts throughout the week.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours or trauma

Flexibility with shifts

Education

Level 3 or above in Children and Young Peoples Workforce

Job description

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a children’s residential provider in Derbyshire who are on the hunt for a passionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker / RSW.

We are looking for a Residential Support Workers / RSW to work nights throughout the week,

Our residential provider adopts an ethos that is child focused, while understanding that children will thrive when they feel safe and secure. A focus on providing consistency and continuity, ensuring at all times that children’s wishes are heard and respected.

The successful Residential Support Worker / RSW will have:

• Level 3 or above in Children and Young Peoples Workforce or the willingness to work towards this
• Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours or trauma
• Flexibility with shifts

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
• Casual dress in the home

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then please apply. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.