Residential Support Worker
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- England,North East,County Durham,Darlington
- full-time
- £13.50 - £15 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Residential Support Worker *Temporary (6-week block booking)
*Location: Darlington
*Salary: £13.50 - £15 per hour
*Hours: 40.5 per week plus sleep-ins (paid at £45 per night)
*Shift Pattern: 2 shifts on, 4 shifts off (Shifts start at 10am, finishing at 10pm followed by a sleep-in)
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker for a children’s home in Darlington. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a highly established and successful team, dedicated to providing top-notch care and support to young people.
Day-to-day of the role: *Engage in a variety of tasks including cooking, cleaning, participating in activities and games, and accompanying young people to appointments and meetings.
*Manage challenging behaviours and provide emotional support and companionship to the young people, including activities as simple as watching TV together.
*Ensure a safe, nurturing environment, promoting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the young people in your care.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Must be flexible and available for shift work including weekends, evenings, and sleep-in duties.
*Registered on the DBS update service for children.
*Proven experience in a similar role within residential care.
*Strong ability to lead, demonstrate, and share best practices with other practitioners.
*Effective at working closely with psychologists and specialist therapeutic services teams.
*Capable of handling challenging behaviour effectively and professionally.
*Passionate about safeguarding, motivating, and inspiring young people.
Benefits: *Competitive salary.
*Fulfilment and satisfaction of supporting young people in need.
*Paid holidays.
*Making a difference in the lives of others.
*Supportive team environment with local support from the Reed Health & Care Newcastle branch.
To apply for this Residential Support Worker position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.
*Location: Darlington
*Salary: £13.50 - £15 per hour
*Hours: 40.5 per week plus sleep-ins (paid at £45 per night)
*Shift Pattern: 2 shifts on, 4 shifts off (Shifts start at 10am, finishing at 10pm followed by a sleep-in)
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker for a children’s home in Darlington. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a highly established and successful team, dedicated to providing top-notch care and support to young people.
Day-to-day of the role: *Engage in a variety of tasks including cooking, cleaning, participating in activities and games, and accompanying young people to appointments and meetings.
*Manage challenging behaviours and provide emotional support and companionship to the young people, including activities as simple as watching TV together.
*Ensure a safe, nurturing environment, promoting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the young people in your care.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Must be flexible and available for shift work including weekends, evenings, and sleep-in duties.
*Registered on the DBS update service for children.
*Proven experience in a similar role within residential care.
*Strong ability to lead, demonstrate, and share best practices with other practitioners.
*Effective at working closely with psychologists and specialist therapeutic services teams.
*Capable of handling challenging behaviour effectively and professionally.
*Passionate about safeguarding, motivating, and inspiring young people.
Benefits: *Competitive salary.
*Fulfilment and satisfaction of supporting young people in need.
*Paid holidays.
*Making a difference in the lives of others.
*Supportive team environment with local support from the Reed Health & Care Newcastle branch.
To apply for this Residential Support Worker position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.
Job number 1653994
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REED Health
Company size: 2,500–4,999 employees
Industry: Health
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