Trauma-Informed Children's Residential Support Worker

A wilderness Way; Kirkby Stephen; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Set shift patterns incl. sleep-ins

Up to 7 weeks annual leave

Paid Compassionate Leave from day one

Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and P

Medicash healthcare benefits incl. eye

Life Assurance 2x salary

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Resid.

Induction and six-month welcome

Career progression opportunities

Discounts across gyms, retail, rest.

£1,000 Refer a Friend bonus

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Wilderness Way is seeking a Residential Support Worker to transform lives of children in our homes. You will build trusting relationships, provide a safe home, and support education, health, and wellbeing, helping children develop independence and resilience.

Senior roles may involve mentoring and leading by example across the home, with progression opportunities through Wilderness Way and tailored induction programmes.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• A positive and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification if you don't already hold one.
• Be 21 or over due to requirements within children's residential care.
• Have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not offered.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable driving as part of your role.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing home environment.
• Support children with education, health and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, confidence and resilience.
• Help children access new experiences and opportunities.
• Support children to express their wishes, feelings and aspirations.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Managers, Therapists, Outdoor Specialists and Multi-Disciplinary Teams to help children achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Resilience

Level 3 qualification willingness

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Wilderness Way is seeking a Residential Support Worker to transform lives of children in our homes. You will build trusting relationships, provide a safe home, and support education, health, and wellbeing, helping children develop independence and resilience.

Senior roles may involve mentoring and leading by example across the home, with progression opportunities through Wilderness Way and tailored induction programmes.