Youth Support Worker

12 hours ago

Reading, United Kingdom Zencare Children's Services Ltd Full time

Do you work in Residential Childcare?
- Do you want to work somewhere you feel valued?
- Do you want to progress?
- **THEN READ BELOW AND CLICK APPLY**_

Do you have experience in children’s residential care and a passion for making a difference? Join our team as a **Youth Support Worker** and truly make a positive impact to the lives of up to three children at our large, nurturing home based in Reading, where we focus on **therapeutic care** and the **PACE model** (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) to support positive outcomes for children and young people.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Provide high-quality, therapeutic care to children in line with the PACE model.
- Lead shifts, supervising and mentoring a team of support workers.
- Support the emotional and physical well-being of children, helping them achieve their potential.
- Contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and day-to-day management of the home.
- Ensure the home meets regulatory standards and follows safeguarding procedures.

**Requirements**:

- Experience in a children’s residential care setting.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of therapeutic practices and safeguarding policies.
- Full UK Driving Licence.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive salary with opportunities for career progression.
- Comprehensive training, including therapeutic care and the PACE model.
- A supportive, team-focused work environment.

Join us in creating a home where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to explore, grow and thrive.
- We are committed to safeguarding children; an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

- DBS registered to the update service (preferred)
- UK Driving Licence (required)
- NVQ Level 3 in residential childcare (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RSW

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