Children's Residential Support Worker

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Children’s Residential Home
We are seeking compassionate, reliable and committed Residential Support Workers to join our growing team on a permanent basis, supporting vulnerable children and young people aged 6–17 in residential settings.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference in the lives of young people while developing your career within a supportive and professional environment. We have multiple positions available.
About the Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with their daily routines and overall development. You will help create a safe, structured, nurturing and positive home environment.
You will support young people who may present challenging behaviours and who may have additional needs such as Autism, ADHD and Global Developmental Disorder.
Key Responsibilities
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Support daily routines, including cooking, cleaning, education support
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Promote a safe, structured and nurturing home environment
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Manage and respond to challenging behaviours calmly and professionally
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Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with young people
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Set clear boundaries, expectations and structured routines
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Support mental and physical wellbeing through meaningful and engaging activities
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Work collaboratively with social care professionals, healthcare providers, and families
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Ensure safeguarding, safety, and wellbeing are prioritised at all times
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning
Essential Requirements
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Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
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Full right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
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Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
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Experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Residential childcare
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Family assessment work
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Youth work
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SEN support
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Strong communication skills
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Calm, resilient and patient approach
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A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
What We Offer
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Supportive and experienced management team
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Career progression opportunities
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Meaningful and rewarding work where you can truly make an impact
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and want to build a career that makes a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team that changes lives
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Location:
Worthing, West Sussex
Salary:
£12.5 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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