We are recruiting Residential Support Workers to join a supportive and well-established family-run organisation providing care for young people within therapeutic EBD residential homes in the Basildon area.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop a long-term career within childrens residential care, with full training and progression opportunities available.
About the Homes Based across 3 childrens residential homes within close proximity of each other in Basildon
Young people are typically aged 1417, although placements can be accepted from age 11+
Services support young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Shift Patterns Candidates must be flexible to work both day and night shifts:
Day shifts: 8am 8pm
Night shifts: 8pm 8am
The service will always try to accommodate staff preferences where possible, however flexibility is essential.
Induction Shifts
Hours Expected commitment of 34 shifts per week
What Youll Be Doing Supporting young people with daily routines and emotional wellbeing
Building positive and trusting relationships
Helping create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment
Supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes
Working closely with colleagues to manage behaviours positively and therapeutically
Staffing & Support Staffing ratio is always 2:1
No lone working
Strong management support within all homes
Training & Development The company invests heavily in staff development and progression.
Restraint Training - If training is not already held, the company will fully fund and enrol staff onto accredited restraint training Please note: if a staff member leaves before moving into a permanent role, training costs may need to be repaid. xxuwjjq
Qualifications & Career Progression Once permanent, staff are enrolled onto the Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification, opening progression opportunities within the company.
About the Company Family-run organisation
Supportive managers and directors
Strong focus on staff wellbeing and progression
Positive and welcoming working environment