Residential Child Care Worker

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We believe that every child deserves care, understanding, and the chance to reach their full potential. As a Residential Child Support Worker, you'll play a crucial role in creating a safe and empowering space for our young residents.Your new role

• · Advocate and Mentor: Be a champion for our children. Build trust, empathy, and understanding by actively listening to their concerns and encouraging positive self-expression.
• · Practical Care: Attend to their practical, physical, and emotional needs. From cooking nutritious meals to maintaining a clean and welcoming home, your care will make a difference.
• · Key Worker: Work closely with individual children, ensuring their care plans are up-to-date and that all their needs are met.
• · Positive Role Model: Lead by example. Offer advice, guidance, and assistance to help them navigate life's challenges.
• · Empowerment: Facilitate their active involvement in decision-making about their lives and future.
• · Education Support: Assist with education and extracurricular activities, including classroom support if needed.
• · Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and provide written reports for planning meetings and reviews.

What you'll need to succeed

• · Compassion, patience, and resilience
• · Commitment to equal opportunities for all
• · Be willing to work towards Health and Social Care Level 3 Children's and Young People if haven't already.

What you'll get in return

• · Competitive salary
• · A chance to make a real difference
• · A supportive team environment
• · Fully expensed enhanced DBS

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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