Youth Support Worker

Brook Street; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 27,254 - 30,024; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street is seeking a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker in Tees Valley to join our nurturing team. This role involves providing high-quality care to children with complex needs in a safe environment. Applicants should hold a QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and have experience with young people. The position offers a salary of £27,254-£30,024 pro rata, requires working 37 hours a week, and includes weekends and nights as needed.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to work unsocial hours including weekends, nights, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care that meets physical, emotional, social, and developmental needs of children.
• Support children with complex emotional and behavioural challenges in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people

Understanding of child development and challenging behaviour

Positive attitude and ability to build relationships

Education

QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker
Salary: £27,254-£30,024 pro rata
Sleep-in rate: £87.54
Hours: 37 hours per week, Permanent

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people in Middlesbrough? We are looking for a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team in a small, nurturing home for children who cannot currently live with their families.

As a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care that meets the physical, emotional, social, and developmental needs of children with complex emotional and behavioural challenges, mental health disorders, and additional needs. You'll be part of a team committed to therapeutic approaches and restorative practices, helping children thrive in a safe and supportive environment.

Requirements:

• QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to undertake)
• Experience working with children and young people
• Understanding of child development and challenging behaviour
• Positive attitude and ability to build relationships
• Willingness to work unsocial hours including weekends, nights, and bank holidays

If you're ready to make a difference as a Children's Residential Support Worker, apply now and join a team that truly cares