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Children's Residential Support Worker (Male)
Ebbw Vale, Wales
35,160PA
Shifts: Rotational shifts
About the Role:
Brook Street are hiring for a qualified children's residential support worker. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Male Residential Support Worker to join a team in a welcoming and nurturing children's home in Ebbw Vale. You'll be working with children and young people, providing them with structure, stability, and care in a safe home environment.
Why This Role Matters:
You will play a vital role in helping our young residents overcome challenges and build brighter futures. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
- Support residents with daily routines, education, hobbies, and life skills
- Provide emotional and practical support tailored to each young person's individual needs
- Promote positive behaviour and respond to challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent manner
- Maintain accurate and clear records, reports, and care plans
- Work in partnership with social workers, teachers, health professionals, and families
- Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of every child in your care
- Support the home in maintaining compliance with CIW regulations and Children's Homes (Wales) regulations
Requirements:
- QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (Residential Childcare Pathway) or equivalent (required)
- Previous experience working with children or young people in a residential setting
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles
- Resilience, patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one)
- Full UK driving licence
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