Residential Support Worker / Children and Young People

TN United Kingdom; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Residential Child Care Support Worker to join a new children's home. This role is pivotal in providing a nurturing environment for children and teenagers with complex emotional needs. As a corporate parent, you will ensure their welfare and safety while fostering meaningful relationships. Ideal candidates will have a QCF Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or be willing to pursue it. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact in young people's lives, with opportunities for both experienced professionals and those with transferable skills.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Employee assistance programme

Range of employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must have a professional qualification in QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Willingness to work towards qualifications within statutory timescales.

Responsibilities

• Act as a corporate parent, providing love and guidance to children.
• Build meaningful relationships with children with complex emotional needs.
• Deliver high-quality support to promote the best outcomes.

Skills

Engagement with children

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Residential Child Care Support Worker with the ability to engage with children and teenagers who have complex emotional needs, along with good communication and time-management skills.

As a Residential Child Care Support Worker, you will join a brand-new residential children’s home, playing a vital role in supporting the delivery of a professional, child-centred service.

You will act as a corporate parent, ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people, and provide high-quality support to ensure the best outcomes.

Opportunities are available for both experienced Support Workers with a background in children or young people, and individuals with transferable skills and a desire to positively impact young people’s lives.

DUTIES

• Take on the role of a corporate parent, providing children and young people with love and guidance.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and young people who have had complex early lives.
• Act immediately when the welfare or safety of children or young people is at risk.
• Advocate for the wishes, thoughts, and feelings of children and young people.
• Deliver high-quality support and guidance to promote the best outcomes for children in placement.
• Support the Homes Manager to exceed expectations during inspections and Regulation 44 visits.
• Be flexible and willing to participate in activities with children and young people and attend appointments.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Professional qualification in (recognised and current) QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare, or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this within statutory timescales.
• Ability to engage with children and teenagers with complex emotional needs.
• Previous experience in Social Care is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work required shift patterns, including weekends, overnights, late shifts, and bank holidays.

BENEFITS

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Range of employee discounts and more.

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Job Reference: AWDO-P11925