Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Witney, Oxfordshire

Salary: £31,493 to £34,495 (Inclusive of sleep in's)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and motivated individual to join a well-rated children's residential service in Witney, as a Children's Residential Support Worker, you will support young people aged 8 to 18 years with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This role offers a rewarding chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally in a safe and caring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives, appropriate to their age.
• Maintain a homely, friendly environment within the residential setting.
• Deal with challenging behaviours safely and effectively.
• Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.
• Support young people in promoting their independence and overall well-being.
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to care plans, guidelines, and reward systems.
• Support young people through taxing behaviours with empathy and safety.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's care.

Requirements

• Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker or with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Experience within healthcare or social care settings is advantageous.
• Must hold a full UK manual driver's licence, as transportation of young people is required.
• Must be over the age of 21.
• Ability to commute to Witney

Benefits

• Fully funded opportunity to complete the Level 4 Children & Young People qualification.
• Free meals whilst on shift.
• Paid to participate in activities such as computer gaming and visits to theme parks.
• Casual dress code.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• Access to discounts for shopping outlets, restaurants, and cinemas.
• Comprehensive training package including ongoing face-to-face training and CPD planning.
• Opportunities for career development and increased earnings.
• Enhanced disclosure cost coverage.

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.