Residential Support Worker- Young People

Job description

Childrens Residential Support Worker

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a client providing both childrens residential care and supported accommodation services across Southampton.

Their childrens homes support young people aged 1115, while their supported accommodation services work with 1618-year-olds preparing for independence.

About the Role

As a Childrens Residential Support Worker, you will act as a positive role model and parental figure, supporting young people with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

You will be working within small, supportive teams to help create a safe, nurturing and structured environment.

Shifts & Hours-

• Long day: 9:00am 11:00pm + sleep-in
• Morning: 7:00am 9:30am (next day)
• 3-week rolling rota:
  • Week 1: 2 shifts
  • Week 2: 2 shifts
  • Week 3: 3 shifts
• Total: 115.5 hours every 3 weeks

Benefits-

• Opportunity to transition from temp to permanent
• Funded qualifications:
  • Level 4 Residential Childcare (or Level 3 depending on eligibility)
• Specialist training including:
  • PRICE restraint training
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Therapeutic Parenting
• Meals provided on shift
• Small, supportive team environments

Requirements-

• Aged 21 or over
• Full manual UK driving licence
• Minimum 6 months experience in residential childcare
• Comfortable completing sleep-in shifts

If youre passionate about making a difference and supporting young people to thrive, wed love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£12.00 Per Hour

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English