Job Description
Residential Support Worker - Children and Young People
Brook Street Social Care - Ebbw Vale
Salary: £35,165 per annum
Hours: 24-hour shift rota (including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays)
Location: Ebbw Vale
Contract: Permanent, full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker to join a well-established children's residential service. You will support young people with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), and those at risk of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE).
You will be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide day-to-day care and support to young people in the home
2. Act as a positive role model, offering guidance and emotional support
3. Deliver safe, high-quality care as part of an integrated care team
4. Support education, life skills, and personal development
5. Maintain accurate records, care plans, risk assessments, and reports
6. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and care regulations
7. Engage with external professionals, families, an...