Job Description

Job Title: Residential Support Worker (Children's Home)

Location: Burton on Trent, DE15

Salary: 28,000 - 31,000 per annum

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and professional

Residential Support Worker

to join our team in a residential children's home in

Burton on Trent

. You will be providing care and support to children and young people, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and emotional development. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive, nurturing team, this could be the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day care, emotional support, and guidance to children and young people in the home. Build positive, trusting relationships with residents, encouraging independence and personal development. Support children in education, daily routines, social activities, and life skills development. Maintain accurate records of children's progress, incidents, and any concerns, ensuring confidentiality and safeguarding standards are met. Work collaboratively with a team of residential staff to deliver high-quality care. Act as a positive role model and maintain a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment.

Key Requirements:

Previous experience in a residential care setting or working with children and young people is preferred, but not essential. A passion for working with children and making a positive impact on their lives. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. A positive, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting children in care. A full UK driving license is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

Competitive salary of 28,000 - 31,000 per annum. Opportunities for career development and training. A supportive and dynamic work environment. Employee wellbeing programs. Pension scheme.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and have the commitment to provide exceptional care, we would love to hear from you! Please apply through Indeed or submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-31,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Loyalty bonus Performance bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift Day shift
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) DBS on the Registered update service (required)
Work Location: In person