Residential Support Worker - Children's Services

Tudor Employment Agency Ltd; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tudor Employment Agency Ltd is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker for our Children’s Services team in Burton-upon-Trent. You will help children and young people achieve positive outcomes in a safe, nurturing home environment, supporting routines, education, health and wellbeing.

Role requires Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 2 years) and a Full UK Driving Licence. A strong commitment to safeguarding and team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to achieve within 2 years.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Experience supporting children and young people is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support daily routines including education, health, leisure activities and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistency, support and role modelling.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, personal care and independent living skills.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and keyworker documentation.
• Support care planning, risk assessments and review meetings.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of children at all times.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Attend training, team meetings and supervision sessions.

Skills

Communication

Emotional resilience

Team player

Calm under pressure

Positive attitude

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Willingness to achieve within 2 years

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Residential Support Worker - Children's Services

Residential Support Worker - Children's Services

Location: Burton-upon-Trent

Salary: £24,500 - £29,000 per annum + sleep-in allowance

Reports To: Team Leader / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager

About the Role

We are recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated

Residential Support Worker to join the team at Burton-upon-Trent. You will play a vital role in supporting children and young people, helping them achieve positive outcomes while providing a safe, nurturing and stable home

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
• Support daily routines including education, health, leisure activities and emotional wellbeing
• Encourage positive behaviour through consistency, support and role modelling
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, personal care and independent living skills
• Maintain accurate records, reports and keyworker documentation
• Support care planning, risk assessments and review meetings
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of children at all times
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques when required
• Attend training, team meetings and supervision sessions
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to achieve within 2 years
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Passion for supporting children and young people

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Patient, caring and emotionally resilient
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Positive team player with a proactive approach
• Competitive salary of
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people