Job Description: Support Worker (Residential Children & Young People)
### Role Overview
Support Worker required for a residential home supporting children and young people. The role involves providing day-to-day care, promoting independence, supporting positive outcomes, and ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing at all times.
### Key Responsibilities
Provide consistent, caring support to children and young people in a residential setting
Assist with daily living activities, routines, and emotional support
Promote safety, wellbeing, and positive behaviour through person-centred support
Support with education, interests, and engagement in age-appropriate activities
Encourage independence and life skills development (e.g., budgeting, communication, daily routines)
Maintain accurate records and written reports in line with organisational requirements
Work collaboratively with staff teams and professionals involved in care planning
Support sleep-in duties and shift coverage where required
Follow safeguarding procedures, risk assessments, and incident reporting processes
Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times
### Essential Requirements
Experience working with children and young people in a residential or similar care environment
Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and behaviours that support safety
Empathy, patience, and the ability to build trusting relationships with young people
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
Ability to remain calm and professional when managing challenging situations
### Desirable Skills / Experience
Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs
Knowledge of care planning, behaviour support approaches, and positive outcomes
First Aid training (or willingness to obtain)
Familiarity with recording systems and care documentation
### Working Pattern
Shift-based role, including weekends and potentially sleep-in duties (as required)
### Benefits (Add/Adjust as Needed)
Competitive salary
Training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Career progression pathways
### Keywords
Support Worker, residential home, children and young people, safeguarding, care, emotional support, behaviour support, person-centred, daily living, life skills, shift work, incident reporting, teamwork, documentation, residential care