Residential Support Worker (Children)

Residential Support Worker (Children) – £29,512- £31,482 (including enhancements and extras) –Bognor, PO21

The Role

Have you worked in a residential setting with children between the ages of 7-17? Do you possess the skills to promote positive behaviour and create a supportive environment for growth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in providing holistic care and support to children and young people with Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. Working within our 3-bed Children's home, you will be responsible for ensuring the well-being, safety, and development of the young people under your care.

Note: We do not sponsor individuals to work with us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enable children/young people to establish their identity within their home environment.
• Ensure the wishes and feelings of children/young people are considered in all aspects of their care.
• Support children/young people in maintaining meaningful relationships.
• Provide opportunities for education, development, and enrichment.
• Promote the health and well-being of each child/young person.
• Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with data protection regulations.
• Create a safe and secure environment for children/young people.
• Promote positive behaviour and respond effectively to challenging situations.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and learning.
• Demonstrate compassionate and decisive leadership when supporting colleagues.
• Lead supervision sessions with colleagues, delivering clear and concise targets.

The Company

At Parkwood Care we do things differently...

With more than 60 combined years of experience across both academic and social care mediums, the management and directorial team are committed to affecting change within children's homes. We use a trauma informed approach by specifically using PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) and respond to our young people in a manner that they have both been missing and deserve.

Our homes are beautiful and befit what we believe a young person must have access to. Children's homes should not feel like institutions, they should feel like home. Furthermore, our professional parents are trained specifically to respond to our young people using consistent and positive language that enables them to feel safe, supported and able to develop socially.

If you are looking for a genuine change and to find somewhere where your skills and commitment are valued, respected and rewarded. Parkwood Care could be the perfect opportunity for you to find a vocation that brings you genuine happiness.

The Benefits

• Private healthcare.
• Clinical supervision.
• 40 hours per week with average 2 sleep-ins per week.
• Opportunities for career progression and development.
• Recognition and rewards for hard work and commitment.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Training and development opportunities provided.

The Person

• Commitment to empowering children/young people and promoting their well-being.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Dedication to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other professionals.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social care preferred but not essential, we provide full training.

If you are keen on joining our exciting, forward-thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more.