Therapeutic Support Worker
Children's Residential Home (SEMH) – Basingstoke
Salary: From £28,000 including 1 sleep-in a week
Full training provided
Start a career changing young lives
Yaffle Care is looking for caring, resilient people to join our team supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
You don't need previous care experience. If you're compassionate, reliable and willing to learn, we'll give you the training and support you need to build a rewarding career in residential childcare.
What you'll do
You'll help create a safe, nurturing home where young people can feel secure, build confidence and develop the skills they need for the future.
Your role will include:
- Building positive, trusting relationships.
- Supporting daily routines, education and activities.
- Helping young people develop independence and life skills.
- Supporting young people to manage their emotions.
- Responding calmly and safely to challenging situations.
- Working as part of a supportive team.
What we're looking for
You don't need experience in care. We're looking for someone who is:
- Caring, patient and resilient.
- Reliable and a positive role model.
- A good communicator and team player.
- Willing to learn and develop.
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
What you'll get
- Full therapeutic care training.
- Ongoing mentoring and support.
- Fully funded Level 3 in Residential Childcare after successful completion of your six-month probation.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Company pension, sick pay and wellbeing programme.
- Free parking, discounted/free food and store discounts.
Safeguarding
Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.
We cannot offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Paid training
Application question(s):
- Do you require visa sponsorship to work in the UK, either now or in the future?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
