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Residential Support Worker EBD Home for children Reports To: Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Senior Support Worker Residential Support WorkerIs this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.- Up to 13.50/hour SLEEP INS PAID AT 50/SLEEP Being a Children's Home registered for EBD, our client is interested in candidates with Children's Home experience /background and not adults.Level 3 or working towards is essential.Role Overview: Our client is seeking compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support to young people.This role involves safeguarding their well-being, addressing their physical, emotional, and practical needs, and helping them reach their full potential.You will serve as a positive role model and work closely with young individuals to support their development and independence.Key Responsibilities: Assist with daily care routines and practical needs.Build trusting, respectful relationships with young people.Support their physical, emotional, behavioral, cultural, and educational development.Model positive behavior and problem-solving strategies.Encourage self-regulation and reinforce positive conduct.Follow and adapt individual care plans to meet changing needs.Take responsibility for a small group of young people.Develop meaningful, supportive relationships.Offer one-on-one guidance to help address personal challenges.Provide emotional support during difficult times.Encourage ambition and support goal achievement.Assist with education and extracurricular involvement.Maintain accurate records and contribute to planning and review meetings.Empower young people to participate in decisions about their lives.Advocate for young people in relevant meetings.Promote community engagement and social development.Understand and contribute to the homes objectives.Participate actively in team meetings.Support team development and communication.Share and receive constructive feedback.Maintain consistency in care plans across the team.Offer informal support to colleagues.Attend regular supervision in line with quality standards.Attend and contribute to young peoples meetings.Drive company vehicles as required.Participate in ongoing training and maintain a current training profile.PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications Essential: Secondary education, Level 3 qualification, Full, clean driving license Desirable: Childcare qualification, Sports/activity certification Assessment Method: Application, Interview, References Knowledge & Skills Essential: Strong communication and relationship-building skills, Understanding of young peoples needs, Awareness of safeguarding practices, Ability to work independently and as part of a team, Basic household management skills, Emotional resilience, Commitment to equality and anti-discriminatory practice Desirable: Knowledge of challenging behavior and intervention strategies, Familiarity with CHR & QS, Understanding of childcare legislation, Outdoor activity skills Assessment Method: Application, Interview, References Experience Essential: Experience working in a team environment Desirable: Residential care experience, Work with children or in youth justice, Experience with outdoor activities, Shift work experience If you would like to apply for this position please send your CV to deborah.hunter@cpl.com