Residential Support Worker for Vulnerable Children

4 weeks ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Randstad Care Full time

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children\u0027s Residential Support Worker to provide support to vulnerable children and young people during crisis situations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of trauma and its effects on behavior, along with a commitment to creating safe and nurturing environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day support, including activities, appointments, and family contact, in line with individual care plans.
  • Engage and encourage children and young people to participate in activities aimed at promoting their well-being.
  • Maintain accurate records and reports to support the development of goals and care plans.
  • Play a critical role in safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people.

Required Experience:

  • A minimum of 12 months experience supporting children and young people in a residential setting is essential for this role.
  • Confidence in managing heightened behaviors using de-escalation techniques.
  • Ability to make decisions and take appropriate action in challenging situations.
  • Proficiency in daily record-keeping with accuracy.
  • Capability to remain calm during crisis situations, including instances of aggression, self-harm, and destructive behaviors.
  • Understanding of how trauma and diagnoses can impact the behavior of children and young people.

Skills and Training:

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to support a new application.
  • PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) trained or willingness to undergo training.
  • Possession of a valid UK driving license is essential and ideally to have business insurance.
  • The ability to work at short notice will be necessary.

Additional Information:

  • Flexible working patterns available which may include sleeping in.
  • Hourly rate: £14.50 - £20.38.

Please note this position requires you to have a minimum of 12 months paid experience working with children and young people in a residential setting within the UK.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV which must detail your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.



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