We're looking for an experienced Support Worker to join our children's home, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties.
This is a role for someone who understands that progress isn't always straightforward. Building trust takes time, consistency and patience, but the impact you can have is lasting.
Our home provides a safe, stable and supportive environment where children and young people can begin to rebuild confidence, develop resilience and achieve positive outcomes. As a Support Worker, you'll play a key role in creating that environment while supporting and guiding colleagues on shift.
We're looking for someone with experience, emotional resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You'll be confident in managing challenging situations, maintaining professional boundaries and building positive relationships with young people who may have experienced significant trauma.
If you're committed to delivering high-quality care and want to be part of a team that supports each other as much as the young people in our care, we'd love to hear from you.
Role Overview:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in the daily lives of Looked after Children, providing care, support, and guidance. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to create individualised care plans and implement therapeutic interventions. Your patience, empathy, and strong communication skills will help you manage challenging behaviours and support the children's emotional and developmental needs.
Shifts are long days with some sleep-ins.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care and supervision to children with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with the children, fostering a sense of trust and security.
- Implement and follow individualised care plans, ensuring the needs of each child are met.
- Manage and respond to challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies and interventions.
- Support children in their educational, social, and recreational activities.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
- Participate in regular training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, external agencies, and families to ensure a holistic approach to care.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience working with children, particularly those with challenging behaviour and complex needs.
- Relevant qualifications in Residential Child Care, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields are desirable but not essential.
- Strong understanding of child development and the impact of trauma and adverse experiences.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer:
- Highly competitive salary.
- Full induction and introductory programme
- Fully funded training and qualifications.
- Enhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experience.
- Enhanced company maternity & paternity pay
- Free meals.
- Employee Benefits programme
- Life assurance.
Please send your CV to be considered for this exciting and rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the life of a child.
INDSUP
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- UK right to work indefinitely and without sponsorship (required)
Work Location: In person
