Youth Residential Support Worker – Path to Level 3/4 Diploma

Active Care Group; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Active Learning Hub

Job summary

Active Care Group Swindon seeks a committed Residential Support Worker to join our team at Pear Tree House. The role supports children and young people with learning disabilities and possible complex needs, offering daily living assistance and participation in education and activities.

We provide probationary training, with opportunities to work towards Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care. Role includes full-time and part-time shifts, with weekends on a rota basis, and a salary of

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in Childcare required or willingness to work towards this qualification.
• Previous experience in a children's home or child care sector desirable.
• UK work eligibility (lived in the UK for 3+ years) and good communication at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with children and young people.
• Establish effective communication methods with children and young people.
• Assist with mealtimes and daily living activities as needed.
• Support participation in activities and education during placement.
• Accurately report activities to the on-shift leader or management.

Skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Teamwork

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in Childcare

Job description

Active Care Group Swindon seeks a committed Residential Support Worker to join our team at Pear Tree House. The role supports children and young people with learning disabilities and possible complex needs, offering daily living assistance and participation in education and activities.

We provide probationary training, with opportunities to work towards Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care. Role includes full-time and part-time shifts, with weekends on a rota basis, and a salary of