Youth-Focused Residential Care Specialist | Full-Time Impact

Additional Resources; Oxford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Additional Resources is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Oxfordshire to join a safe, nurturing children’s home environment. You will provide day-to-day care, support development of life skills and independence, and work 38 hours per week with two sleep-in duties.

The role requires a Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to obtain), strong communication, safeguarding awareness and the ability to handle challenging situations. DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards it.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding safeguarding responsibilities and boundaries.
• Ability to stay composed in challenging situations.
• Willingness to work collaboratively and accept feedback.
• Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines, personal care, education and independence.
• Plan and participate in activities, outings and community opportunities.
• Support appointments and family contact, including driving.
• Follow care plans and risk assessments; respond to needs.
• Prepare meals, shopping, cleaning and maintain a welcoming home.
• Maintain records, handovers, safeguarding reports and training.
• Build positive relationships and listen to young people's wishes.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Safeguarding

Boundaries

Team player

Willing to develop

Education

RCC Level 3

Job description

Additional Resources is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Oxfordshire to join a safe, nurturing children’s home environment. You will provide day-to-day care, support development of life skills and independence, and work 38 hours per week with two sleep-in duties.

The role requires a Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or willingness to obtain), strong communication, safeguarding awareness and the ability to handle challenging situations. DBS check is required.