Trauma-Informed Children's Support Worker (Residential)

Charles Hunter Associates; Dover; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a 4-bed residential children's home in the UK. You will support young people with emotional, physical and developmental needs, building trusting relationships and acting as a positive role model.

The role involves trauma-informed care and working with challenging behaviours, with long shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. Experience with vulnerable children is required, and a full UK driving licence is necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable children under 18.
• Trauma-informed approach and consistent, patient support.
• Willingness to work long shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Support children with emotional, physical and developmental needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Act as a positive role model for young people.
• Support young people who have experienced trauma in a therapeutic way.
• Encourage positive activities, routines and life experiences.
• Help young people develop independence and confidence.
• Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team.
• Uphold strong safeguarding practices.

Job description

Charles Hunter Associates is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a 4-bed residential children's home in the UK. You will support young people with emotional, physical and developmental needs, building trusting relationships and acting as a positive role model.

The role involves trauma-informed care and working with challenging behaviours, with long shifts including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins. Experience with vulnerable children is required, and a full UK driving licence is necessary.