Residential support worker- Children’s Services

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to provide essential care and support to vulnerable young individuals. This role involves working with children aged 11-17, helping them overcome emotional and behavioral challenges. The ideal candidate will bring patience, understanding, and strong organizational skills to foster positive relationships and ensure the well-being of those in their care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the relevant qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic team in Greater Manchester.

Benefits

Employment assistance programs

Counseling and support services

Qualifications

• Experience in a children's residential home is preferred.
• Knowledge of Children's Homes regulations (2015) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard care and support to vulnerable young people.
• Develop timetables and set boundaries for young people.

Skills

Patience

Understanding

Organizational Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Level 3 or 4 qualification in Residential Childcare

Funded QCF qualification

Job description

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Children’s Residential Support Worker

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £29,120 per annum (inclusive of 2 sleeps)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Next Steps: Apply now or contact Shrushti at Liquid Personnel for more information

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Support Worker to join a fantastic home for children and young people aged 11 – 17 with backgrounds of trauma and emotional behavioral difficulties. You will be working for an incredible local Children’s Homes provider who operates across the Greater Manchester area.

Your key responsibilities as the Residential Support Worker:

As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide a high standard of care and support to vulnerable young people with emotional behavior difficulties and/or self-esteem issues to maximize their individual potential. You will demonstrate positive attitudes, patience, understanding, and respect in caring for the children and young people. Maintaining a flexible, caring, and sensitive approach to service delivery, regardless of young people's cultural, religious, and/or sexual diversity, is essential.

To work professionally and develop good relationships with children, young people, and external agencies. Creating positive relationships, meeting their needs, and safeguarding them at all times. You will develop timetables, set boundaries, and expectations for the young people. Consistency and organizational skills are key.

Essential Requirements:

• Hold a Level 3 or 4 qualification in Residential Childcare or be working towards it
• Good knowledge of Children’s Homes regulations (2015), including quality standards
• Ideally, at least 1 year’s experience in a children’s residential home
• Hold a Full UK driving license
• Possess a funded QCF qualification
• Access to employment assistance programs, including counseling and support