Job Description

Residential Support Worker - Relief Staff

If you're an experienced residential childcare worker looking to pick up additional shifts -- we'd love to welcome you to

Lifestyles Residential Services Ltd

as a

Relief Residential Support Worker.

Our homes operate on a small-bedded, trauma-informed model, allowing us to deliver highly individualised, therapeutic care -- and giving staff the time and space to do the work properly.

Do You See a Difficult Child - or a Child in Difficulty?

At Lifestyles, we believe the difference lies in perspective -- and in the people who care enough to look deeper.

If you value

compassion

,

teamwork

,

integrity

,

fun

, and

hard work

, and you understand the importance of

safeguarding

and

accurate recording

, then we want to hear from you.

Whether you can offer

a couple of shifts a month or more regular support

, your experience is valuable -- and your presence will help shape a therapeutic environment where young people can feel safe, supported, and seen.

About the Role

You'll be working at our

Dromore Co. Down

home, a well-equipped therapeutic house for one young person aged 6-11. As a Relief Support Worker, you'll support the permanent team by covering planned or ad-hoc shifts including:

Days, nights, weekends, and sleep-ins (based on your availability) Short-notice cover or advance-rotated hours

What You'll Be Doing

Building consistent, meaningful relationships with young people Supporting trauma recovery through safe routines and co-regulation Applying your understanding of attachment, ACEs and therapeutic models Responding with compassion and calm during moments of challenge Working collaboratively with a stable, experienced team Following safeguarding procedures and maintaining accurate records

What You'll Need

Essential:

Level 3 qualification (or higher) in a relevant field At least 1 year of experience in residential childcare NISCC registration (or ability to register before starting) Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Training in therapeutic or trauma-informed care approaches A degree in Social Work, Youth Work, or Psychology
Familiarity with trauma-informed and therapeutic care

Shift-leading or key-working experience

Why Join Lifestyles as Relief Staff?

Flexible shifts to suit your existing commitments Small, therapeutic setting -- 3-bedded model Meaningful work that aligns with your values Supportive, stable team that welcomes relief cover Comprehensive induction and regular reflective opportunities Ongoing CPD and training access Competitive hourly pay Free on-site parking

Join Our Waiting List

We're also compiling a

12-month waiting list

. If the timing isn't quite right, submit your interest anyway -- and we'll be in touch when the next opportunity arises.

Lifestyles adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice; a copy of the policy be made available to you upon request. An enhanced Access NI disclosure check will be required for this post. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working within Lifestyles. A copy of Lifestyles Ex-Offenders' Recruitment Policy can be made available upon request. A copy of Lifestyles Secure Handling of Storage and Retention of Disclosure Information Policy is also available upon request.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Application question(s):

Do you have a valid driving licence and the means to travel to work?
Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

Residential: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person