TLC advertJoin our specialist support worker team! We're seeking experienced and passionate support workers or senior support workers committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. You'll join specialist teams providing high-level support, creating safe environments, and understanding the impact of trauma on young people's behaviors and communication.Benefits of joining a specialist team:Elevated pay rateConsistent and predictable rolling rotaSupportive team and excellent communication from RandstadVariety of pay optionsOpportunity to use and develop specialist skillsAccess to professional development trainingWhat to expect:Dedicate your experience to a child or young personProvide day-to-day support (activities, appointments, family contact) - ideally with a driver's license and business insuranceEngage and encourage participation in activities and structureProvide accurate reports for care plans and goalsPlay a critical role in safety and wellbeingWhat you will bring:To excel, you'll need to demonstrate:Experience supporting children and young people in a residential settingConfidence in de-escalating heightened behaviors and using de-escalation techniquesExperience making decisions in challenging situationsUnderstanding of detailed and accurate record-keeping and incident reportingCreativity in engaging and building trustSound communication and judgmentClarity on protecting personal and professional boundariesCommitment:As an integral part of a specialist team, we're looking for individuals who can:Be a consistent part of a team offering dedicated supportProvide and maintain availability for the duration of supportTake time to read relevant reports, referrals, and profilesPersonality:Our successful specialist staff teams are passionate and deeply committed. We look for individuals who demonstrate:Calmness during crisis situations (aggression, self-harm, destructive behaviors)Confidence to make prompt daily decisionsUnderstanding of how trauma, experiences, and diagnoses impact behaviorsNon-judgmental approach, keeping an open mindResilience to continue supporting through stressful situations and trying new ways to engageObservant with heightened awareness to share insights through reports and meetingsSkills and training:Ideally, a driver's license and business insuranceDBS on update service or support for new applicationRegistered with relevant regulatory bodyPMVA trained - ideally or willing to undertake trainingWhat to expect next:We offer excellent opportunities for professional development in children's services across the UK. Apply today! You'll receive a call and email from a dedicated consultant to provide more information, answer questions, and understand your experience, guiding you through the simple next steps.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.