Job Description

RSW - 12.21 - 13.00 per hour - 160 Hours monthly - 70 per sleep - up to 10 Sleeps monthly

Job Summary:

The Residential Support Worker (Residential Childcare) is responsible for providing direct care and support to children and young people who are living in a residential care setting. The role requires a compassionate and patient individual who is able to build trusting relationships with children and support them to develop their independence, social and life skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide daily support and care to children and young people in a residential care setting. Build positive relationships with children and young people and support them to develop their independence, social and life skills. Ensure that children and young people are safe and protected at all times. Support children and young people to access education and health services. Encourage and support positive behaviour and help manage challenging behaviour in a sensitive and appropriate manner. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and incidents involving children and young people in care. Work as part of a team with other support workers and professionals to ensure that the needs of children and young people are met. Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills. Be prepared to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.

QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare/Level 3 Diploma Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)

Previous experience of working with children and young people in a residential care setting is preferred.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

A patient, caring and empathetic approach to working with children and young people.

Ability to manage children with Emotional Behaviour Difficulties and challenging behaviour in a sensitive and appropriate manner.

Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other professionals.

Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

A valid driver's license may be required.

Enhanced DBS Checks

This job description outlines the key responsibilities and requirements of the Residential Support Worker (Residential Childcare) role. The job holder may be required to undertake additional duties, which may be reasonably expected and form part of the role.

Employee's Benefits

Staff Birthday - PAID DAY OFF

Staff - Traveling Bonus - 20 Monthly

Staff - No Lateness / Sick Bonus - Six monthly - 50 voucher.

Paid Enhanced DBS

Training and Development in Health and Social Care

Company contribution to vocational qualification course

Use of Company's vehicle

Use of Company's mobile phone & Computers

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract, Graduate, Volunteer

Pay: 12.21-13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company car Company pension Discounted or free food Employee mentoring programme Flexitime On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bolton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SPHERERSW-01