Residential Support Worker - Therapeutic Children's Home Derby

Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Location: Derbyshire Belper DE56

Shifts Available:

• Early: 07:00 - 14:00


• Long Day: 07:00 - 22:00


• Waking Night: 21:00 - 08:00

We are recruiting Residential Support Workers for a therapeutic, trauma-informed children's home supporting young people aged 15-16 years.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly established service that provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where young people can recover from trauma, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support young people with their daily routines, education, emotional wellbeing and personal development while promoting stability, safety and positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support to young people


• Build positive and trusting relationships


• Support education, activities and appointments


• Promote independence and life skills


• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding practices


• Work alongside families and external professionals


• Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs, including ADHD

Requirements

• Experience working with children and young people


• Understanding of trauma-informed practice


• Team Teach training desirable


• Full UK Driving Licence desirable


• Flexible to work a mixture of shifts, including weekends and waking nights

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary


• Ongoing training and development


• Supportive management team


• Career progression opportunities


• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives