Residential Support Worker – Children (Autism/Trauma) 2–3 Days

Phoenix Learning & Care Group; Torquay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support organization in Torquay seeks a Support Worker to aid children with social and emotional needs. Responsibilities include providing daily support, ensuring safety, monitoring development, and driving children to activities. Candidates must demonstrate patience and communication skills, and be flexible with shifts. The role offers a permanent contract with a salary between £24,960 and £26,000, alongside various benefits including training and wellbeing support.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme with contributions

Learning & Development Opportunities

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support services

Cycle2Work scheme

DBS cost coverage

Medicash scheme after 12 months

Qualifications

• Patience to support children with social and emotional needs.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Support children to have the best quality of life possible.
• Monitor children's development and keep records up to date.
• Drive children to community activities and appointments.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Resilience

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Qualification in residential childcare

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

A children's support organization in Torquay seeks a Support Worker to aid children with social and emotional needs. Responsibilities include providing daily support, ensuring safety, monitoring development, and driving children to activities. Candidates must demonstrate patience and communication skills, and be flexible with shifts. The role offers a permanent contract with a salary between £24,960 and £26,000, alongside various benefits including training and wellbeing support.