Residential Youth Support Worker – EBD & Growth Path

Vetro Recruitment; Kettering; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 4 Children & Young

Free meals during shifts

28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive training and CPD

Career development

Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker in Kettering to support young people aged 12-18 with EBD in a safe, nurturing environment. The role involves encouraging participation in activities, maintaining a homely setting, and promoting independence while following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

The successful candidate will have a UK full driving licence, be over 21, and be prepared to commute to Kettering.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker or with Young People is desirable but not essential.
• Experience within healthcare or social care settings is advantageous.
• Must hold a full UK driver’s licence.
• Must be over the age of 21.
• Ability to commute to Kettering.

Responsibilities

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives, appropriate to their age.
• Maintain a homely, friendly environment within the residential setting.
• Manage challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Support children and young people in promoting their independence and overall well-being.
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to care plans, guidelines, and reward systems.
• Support young people through taxing behaviours in a safe and sympathetic manner.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Patience

Observational skills

Job description

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker in Kettering to support young people aged 12-18 with EBD in a safe, nurturing environment. The role involves encouraging participation in activities, maintaining a homely setting, and promoting independence while following care plans and safeguarding guidelines.

The successful candidate will have a UK full driving licence, be over 21, and be prepared to commute to Kettering.