We are currently recruiting for compassionate and reliable Residential Support Workers to join a therapeutic childrens home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children within a safe, nurturing, and family-style environment.
About the Home
* Therapeutic EBD service
* Currently supporting 3 young people aged 7, 7 and 10
* All children attend school
* The home promotes a warm, homely atmosphere where young people feel safe and supported
* Staff encourage and maintain positive family relationships where appropriate
Shift Patterns
* Flexible mixed shifts available
* Mainly long days and waking nights at weekends:
o 8am 8pm
o 8pm 8am
* Additional support required before and after school for a couple of hours during weekdays
What Youll Be Doing
1. Supporting young people with daily routines and activities
2. Taking part in fun and engaging weekend activities
3. Building positive, therapeutic relationships with children
4. Using de-escalation techniques to support behaviours in a calm and compassionate way
5. Maintaining a safe and structured environment at all times
6. Reading and understanding care plans, including awareness of individual triggers and ...