Residential Support Worker: Empowering Young People

Dignus Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignus Group provides specialist, nurturing homes for young people aged 14-18 with autism, learning disabilities and additional complex needs. This Support Worker role focuses on safety, development and personal growth within a 24/7 residential setting.

You will work as part of a dedicated team to build trust, support daily living skills, and help young people achieve their goals while following care plans and safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children and young people in residential care.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.
• Understand safeguarding and following care plans and risk assessments.
• Good communication and teamwork with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, caring and child-centred support in line with each young person's care and support plans.
• Build positive relationships and create a nurturing environment where young people feel secure.
• Support 1:1 with challenges, developing confidence and independence.
• Assist with everyday activities such as cooking, cleaning, shopping and personal development.
• Encourage access to activities, education and opportunities in the local community.
• Support development of independent living skills.
• Provide emotional support during difficult times and promote wellbeing.
• Use positive, relationship-based approaches to support behaviour and self-control.
• Promote physical, emotional and mental wellbeing and encourage appointments with health services.
• Assist with decisions about care plans and future goals, and coordinate with professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate concerns promptly.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and respond to welfare or safety concerns.
• Support young people during activities, appointments and travel to other locations.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Residential Care

Job description

Dignus Group provides specialist, nurturing homes for young people aged 14-18 with autism, learning disabilities and additional complex needs. This Support Worker role focuses on safety, development and personal growth within a 24/7 residential setting.

You will work as part of a dedicated team to build trust, support daily living skills, and help young people achieve their goals while following care plans and safeguarding procedures.