Trauma-Informed Children's Home Support Worker

Brook Street; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street is recruiting a Residential Support Worker for a therapeutic, trauma-informed children’s home in Derbyshire Belper, caring for young people aged 15–16. You will help with daily routines, education, emotional wellbeing and personal development in a safe, supportive environment.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you’ll build positive relationships, support activities and appointments, promote independence, and maintain safeguarding records while collaborating with families and

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
• Team Teach training desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support to young people
• Build positive and trusting relationships
• Support education, activities and appointments
• Promote independence and life skills
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding practices
• Work alongside families and external professionals
• Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs, including ADHD

Skills

Experience working with children and 2

Trauma-informed practice

Team Teach training

Full UK Driving Licence desirable

Job description

Brook Street is recruiting a Residential Support Worker for a therapeutic, trauma-informed children’s home in Derbyshire Belper, caring for young people aged 15–16. You will help with daily routines, education, emotional wellbeing and personal development in a safe, supportive environment.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you’ll build positive relationships, support activities and appointments, promote independence, and maintain safeguarding records while collaborating with families and