Overview
Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are looking for a Children and Young Person's Residential Support Worker to join our home who can establish meaningful relationships, creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. You will provide a supportive role in the lives of young people, offering advice, assistance and support to help empower them in addressing past and present difficulties.
The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks. From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off-site activities, there is no telling what each day will bring. As a Residential Care Worker, you\'ll need to be adaptable, flexible and able to read situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing emotional support during challenging times
* Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
* Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
* Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager
* Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
* Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
* Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities and expanding their personal social networks
* Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping etc.)
Qualifications, Experience and Requirements
* Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
* Full UK driving licence preferable
* No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
* Attendance at a two week training program required
* Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
Benefits
* £30 sleep-in payment per mandatory sleep-in shift
* Overtime pay at x1.25 your hourly rate
* Enhanced DBS covered
* Comprehensive induction and training provided
* 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
* Rota provided 4 weeks in advance
Role Details
Note: The following compensation and scheduling details apply to this role:
* Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) – FULL TIME
* Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week – FULL TIME
* Salary: £13.19 - £13.81 per hour
* Location: Halstead
* Contract: Permanent, Full Time
* Closing Date: Friday 1 May 2026
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