Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Cowbridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Senior Children's Residential Support Worker in Cowbridge. This role involves supporting young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) in a nurturing environment. You'll lead by example, mentor new staff, and help young people develop their independence. With a focus on creating a safe and caring atmosphere, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young individuals. Join a team dedicated to fostering growth and resilience in young people while enjoying competitive benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Access to discounts for shopping outlets

Comprehensive Training Package

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Children's Support Worker is essential.
• Experience in healthcare or social care settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and support the management team.
• Encourage young people to take responsibility for their lives.
• Maintain a safe and friendly environment.

Skills

Experience with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

Mentoring and supporting staff

Ability to handle challenging behaviours

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Children & Young People Management

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Cowbridge, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

I have a FANTASTIC opportunity for a qualified Children's Support Worker to join a STUNNING residential children's home in Cowbridge as a Senior Children's Support Worker. You'll be supporting young people between the ages of 8-18 years old with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours.

We are looking for a knowledgeable, committed and motivated individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people; to enable them to develop socially, emotionally and behaviourally in a setting where they feel safe and cared for.

• Job Title: Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
• Location: Cowbridge (CF71 postcode)
• Contract: Full time - Permanent
• Shift pattern: 2 on 4 off

**Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence**

Benefits of the Senior Children's Residential Support Worker role:

• Getting paid to play computer games and go to theme parks!
• Opportunity to do the NVQ level 5 Children & Young People Management qualification - fully funded!
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas
• Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
• Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage

Responsibilities or the Senior Children's Residential Support Worker:

• Lead by example and support the management team to run the shift
• Take greater responsibility for mentoring and supporting newer staff members
• Encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
• Keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.
• Be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Provide support for the children and young people in the home and promote their independence and well-being.
• Maintain a safe environment for the young people.
• Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.
• Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.

Requirements of the Senior Children's Residential Support Worker:

• Experience as a Children's Support Worker, or with Young People is ESSENTIAL
• Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is ESSENTIAL

If you are passionate about the lives of young people and want to make a real difference, support young people between the ages of 8 - 18 with EBD. Whilst starting on a career path within health & social care as a Senior Children's Support Worker - this is the job for you!

Click apply today!!

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