Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Workers

River Valley Care Ltd is looking to recruit enthusiastic and experienced Residential Support Workers to join our committed team in Hereford. The home is for 2 young people between the ages of 10 and 18 years old. The home's ethos is based on family values in a rural, therapeutic setting and will use various educational and fun activities to promote healthy lifestyles, and safe choices.

You must have a passion and experience working with children and young people in a residential home and be able to work on a 24-hour shift basis, including weekends, bank holidays and sleep ins.

You will be responsible for the day-to day care ensuring that all needs are met including the safety and welfare of young people.

Opportunities for career development are available, and the company will support and encourage this through excellent training and supervision.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS disclosure (or be checked against the update service) as part of the vetting and barring process and two references.

Location: Hereford
Salary: £13 - £16 per hour + sleep in allowance.

Annual salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Hours: 2 days on (including sleeps) - 4 days off (part time hours available).

Training: Full training provided, with support to complete a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? River Valley Care Ltd, a growing and committed organisation, seeking enthusiastic and experienced Residential Support Workers to join our team.

About Us

Our home is a nurturing, family oriented, therapeutic environment for one or two young people aged 10-18. Situated in a beautiful rural setting, we focus on promoting healthy lifestyles and safe choices through a variety of educational and fun activities.

We make use of our beautiful location, situated on the banks of the river to encourage young people to appreciate their surroundings and engage with nature.

The Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Provide day to day care, ensuring the safety, welfare, and overall well being of young people.
• Support and encourage young people in developing their independence skills, such as cooking, shopping and social outings.
• Encourage independence and social interactions through engaging activities, such as paddleboarding, kayaking and climbing.
• Work a shift pattern of 2 on 4 off rota, including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep ins (additional sleep in allowance.)

What We Offer

• No experience required - full training provided.
• Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential childcare.
• 28 days paid holiday.
• Free parking.
• Opportunities for career development.
• A chance to work in a therapeutic and trauma informed setting.

Requirements

To be successful, you will need:

• Willingness to study for Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare if not already held.
• A full driving licence. - Will consider a strong candidate who doesn't drive.
• A genuine passion for helping young people thrive.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will undergo an Enhanced DBS check (or be checked against the update service) and provide two references as part of our vetting process.

Job Type: Full time and Bank Staff

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our supportive and dedicated team at River Valley Care Ltd.