Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with complex needs? Our client is seeking committed Residential Workers to join our dedicated team, providing high-quality care across our Children's Homes and community settings.

Residential Workers - Middlesbrough Children's Services

Permanent £27,254 - £28,142 (higher rate upon completion of QCF Level 4)

What You'll Do:

• Deliver nurturing, trauma-informed care that meets the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and families
• Support children with challenging behaviour, emotional difficulties, and additional needs
• Work flexibly across homes and in the community, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts
• Maintain and update care plans, attend reviews, and supervise family contact
• Administer medication (training provided) and act as Key Worker when required

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience working within the PRICE framework (Protecting Rights in a Caring Environment)
• Commitment to trauma-informed care and safeguarding practices
• Ability to build trusting relationships and support emotional wellbeing
• Willingness to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
• NVQ Level 3/QCF Diploma in Children & Young People (or willingness to work towards)

Why Join Us:

• Permanent role with salary progression upon QCF Level 4 completion
• Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities
• Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families

Help us build brighter futures. Apply now to be part of a team that cares.

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