Trauma-Informed Residential Youth Support Worker

Confidential; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

GP Access

Career progression

Company Bonus Scheme

Free Meals on Shift

Pension Scheme

Parking

Job summary

Confidential is hiring a Residential Support Worker for an Ofsted Registered Children's Home in Eastbourne, rated Good. You will help young people become more independent through activities in a safe environment.

The role includes supporting personal care, following care plans, risk assessments and positive behaviour support strategies. You will work with colleagues to create a therapeutic, nurturing setting and promote wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (preferred).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, consistent and therapeutic care to children and young people.
• Support the emotional, physical and psychological wellbeing of young people.
• Build positive, professional and consistent relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Safeguard and promote welfare in line with legislation, Local Authority guidance and organisational policies.
• Deliver care in line with therapeutic models, PBS plans and individual care plans.
• Support young people to regulate emotions and develop appropriate behaviours.
• Promote independence, life skills and engagement in education and routines.
• Contribute to meaningful activities, trips and experiences for young people.
• Work collaboratively as part of a high performing residential team.
• Maintain accurate records, daily logs and incident reports.
• Contribute to handovers, team meetings and reflective practice.
• Support the maintenance of a safe, clean and homely environment.
• Administer medication in line with training and policy.
• Work flexibly across different homes within the service where required.

Skills

Experience working with children or

Strong communication skills

Emotional resilience

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Confidential is hiring a Residential Support Worker for an Ofsted Registered Children's Home in Eastbourne, rated Good. You will help young people become more independent through activities in a safe environment.

The role includes supporting personal care, following care plans, risk assessments and positive behaviour support strategies. You will work with colleagues to create a therapeutic, nurturing setting and promote wellbeing.