Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Enhanced DBS check provided

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Wisbech is seeking a Children’s Residential Mental Health Support Worker to provide emotional, social and practical support to children with mental health needs in a residential setting.

You will work as part of a dynamic team to promote positive outcomes, support daily routines, help manage emotions and behaviours, and record progress. Right to work in the UK; DBS checks and safeguarding are integral to the role.

Qualifications

• Caring and empathetic nature with a passion for supporting young people (≤140 chars).
• Experience in residential care or mental health is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Resilience and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children and young people.
• Support daily routines, including bedtime and personal care.
• Help young people manage emotions and behaviours.
• Promote a safe and caring environment.
• Record and report on progress and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with team members, families, and external professionals.

Skills

Caring and empathetic

Resilience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

Children's Residential Mental Health Support Worker

Location: Wisbech

Shift Patterns: 12.5 hours days & 12.5 hours nights start times vary from 8am to 12pm and 8 pm to 10 pm to meet needs of service

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Do you have the resilience, compassion, and dedication needed to support children with mental health needs in a residential setting? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

As a Children's Residential Mental Health Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing emotional, social, and practical support to children and young people with mental health needs in a nurturing and safe environment. You will work as part of a dynamic team to promote positive outcomes and help the young people develop essential life skills.

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing one-to-one and group support to children and young people.


• Supporting daily routines, including bedtime, personal care, and activities.


• Helping young people manage their emotions and behaviours effectively.


• Promoting a safe and caring environment.


• Recording and reporting on the progress and well-being of the children.


• Collaborating with team members, families, and external professionals.

What We're Looking For:

• A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for supporting young people.


• Experience working in residential care, mental health, or a similar field (preferred but not essential).


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure.


• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.


• Flexibility to work the specified shifts (nights or long days).


• Applicants must be aged 21 or over, in line with OFSTED requirements.

What We Offer:

• Full training and ongoing professional development opportunities.


• A supportive and inclusive working environment.


• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Right to work in the UK - NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough vetting process, including references and a DBS check.