Youth & Children's Residential Support Specialist

Yvonne Lewis; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Yvonne Lewis in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to provide consistent care and positive role modelling for children and young people in a nurturing home environment.

You will support emotional, behavioural and practical needs, encouraging independence and daily life skills, while coordinating with education, appointments, activities and community involvement. Adherence to care plans, safeguarding, and teamwork are essential to success.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with young people.
• Provide a safe, caring and nurturing home environment.
• Support young people with emotional, behavioural and practical needs.
• Encourage independence and the development of everyday life skills.
• Support education, appointments, activities and community involvement.
• Follow individual care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans.
• Support young people during challenging situations calmly and compassionately.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and healthy relationships.
• Maintain accurate daily records and reports, and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Work effectively as part of the wider care team and contribute to the home environment.

Job description

Yvonne Lewis in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to provide consistent care and positive role modelling for children and young people in a nurturing home environment.

You will support emotional, behavioural and practical needs, encouraging independence and daily life skills, while coordinating with education, appointments, activities and community involvement. Adherence to care plans, safeguarding, and teamwork are essential to success.