Residential Support Worker- Childrens Services

Job Title: Specialist Children's Support Worker

Location: Neath, Port Talbot, and surrounding areas

Salary: £14.50 to £18 per hour (days and nights)

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people? Do you have experience working with children who have complex mental health needs, challenging behaviours, and childhood trauma? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Specialist Children's Support Worker.

Role Overview: As a Specialist Children's Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to young people residing in residential children's homes. You will work closely with a dedicated team to create a safe and nurturing environment for children who require additional support due to their complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing emotional and practical support to young people with complex mental health needs, challenging behaviours, and childhood trauma.
• Building positive relationships with young people, promoting their well-being and independence.
• Implementing care plans and therapeutic interventions under the guidance of senior staff.
• Assisting with daily living tasks, including meal preparation, personal care, and recreational activities.
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns to senior management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 months experience in residential children's care.
• Understanding of the issues faced by young people with complex needs, including mental health challenges and childhood trauma.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a driver with a valid driver's license.
• Must have or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities that will enhance your career opportunities
• Supportive working environment- fantastic dedicated teams that from great working relationships
• Opportunities for career progression and development- temp to perm

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Specialist Children's Support Worker and play a vital role in supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.