Children's Residential Support Worker

I have a FANTASTIC opportunity for a MOTIVATED and RESILIENT individual to join a residential service as a Children's Residential Support Worker in the Worcestershire area .
We are looking for a PASSIONATE and COMMITTED individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.
No two days are ever the same so you need to be able to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. It is challenging, but incredibly rewarding work!!
**Due to the nature of the job and the activities involved, we are only able to consider applicants who have a full driver's licence**
Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
£27,690 - £30,690(sleep allowance included)
Location: Worcestershire
Rota: 2 on 4 off shift pattern
Hours: 7.30 am - 11 pm- sleep / 7 am - 11 pm - sleep / 7 am - 8 am.
Shift pattern: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Benefits of a Children's Residential Support Worker

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  Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Children & Young People qualification - fully funded!!!
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  £500 bonus after 6 months & 12 months
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  Free meals whilst on shift
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  Get paid to play computer games and go to theme parks!!!
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  Casual dress code
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  Company pension
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  28 days annual leave
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  Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants and cinemas
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  Comprehensive Training Package including scheduled ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning
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  Plenty of opportunities to maximise earnings and career development

Responsibilities of a Children's Residential Support Worker

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  To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age.
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  To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes.
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  To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed.
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  Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
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  Provide support for the children and young people in the home and to promote their independence and well-being.
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  Maintain a safe environment for young people.
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  Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the individual's; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication.
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  Supporting taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.
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  Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people's lives such as Psychologists.

Requirements of a Children's Residential Support Worker

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  Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker, or with Young People is desirable but not essential.
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  Experience within another healthcare or social care setting is desirable.
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  You must be a car driver as you will be required to transport young people from time to time.
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  You must be over the age of 21.
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  NVQ or QCF level 3 in Children & Young People is desirable.
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  You must be able to commute to Worcestershire

If you want to make a difference, make a positive impact, and support young people in health & social care this is the PERFECT job for you!
Click apply today!!