Residential Children's Home Support Worker- Darlington
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team in Residential Children's Homes in DARLINGTON
Work Location- Darlington, Co. Durham
Flexible Shifts- Days and Nights
Pay Rates- 15-16 per hour
About the Role
A Residential Children's Home provides a safe and supportive living environment for children and young people who cannot live with their birth families. Our homes are designed to replicate a family setting, staffed by professionals who provide 24/7 care. Day-to-day responsibilities include supporting young people with their education, homework, meals, behaviour, and engaging them in activities both within the home and the community, aiming to create an experience as close to a normal family home as possible.
About You
You are a nurturing and caring individual with strong communication skills, capable of building trust and engaging with young people. You understand the importance of providing a stable and supportive environment for children who may have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or have learning disabilities.
Requirements
Minimum 6 months of experience working within a residential children's home.
Experience supporting children and young people who display challenging behaviour (verbal and physical).
Experience working with young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Experience working with children with diagnosed learning disabilities.
Strong communication skills.
Additional Information
PMVA training is essential. Being a car driver is preferred.
If you are interested in this position, please CLICK APPLY or email Sumaira with your updated CV to arrange a conversation to discuss the details further.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing