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Children's Support Worker (Therapeutic Residential)
Location: West end, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £13.20 per hour
Additional Pay: £60.00 per sleep-in
Contract: Full-Time, 40 Hours
The Role
Are you looking for a career where your presence truly matters? We are seeking dedicated and resilient Support Workers to join our therapeutic residential team. We provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for children and young people who have experienced trauma and complex challenges.
In this role, you aren't just providing care; you are building a foundation of trust and helping young people rewrite their futures through a "person-centred" and therapeutic approach.
The Schedule
This position is based on a 40-hour weekly contract, typically structured around 3 long day shifts which include sleep-in duties. This unique rota allows you to complete your full-time hours across fewer days, providing you with more concentrated time off to recharge.
Key Responsibilities:
Building Relationships: Developing trusting, consistent bonds with young people to help them feel safe and heard.
Daily Living: Supporting children with their daily routines, including education, hobbies, and meal times.
Therapeutic Support: Using trauma-informed techniques to help young people manage their emotions and navigate difficult moments.
Advocacy: Acting as a positive role model and ensuring the voices of the children are heard in all aspects of their care.
Teamwork: Collaborating with your team to maintain a high standard of care and accurate daily records.
What We're Looking For:
A Caring Nature: You are patient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
Resilience: The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging or high-pressure situations.
Reliability: A commitment to the 24/7 nature of the service, including long days and sleep-ins.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to engage with children and work effectively within a team.
Growth Mindset: A willingness to learn and adapt-we value the right attitude and life experience above all else.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: £13.20 per hour, plus a generous £60.00 per sleep-in.
Continuous Development: We are committed to your professional journey. From day one, you will receive a comprehensive induction, ongoing specialised workshops, and continuous support to help you excel and grow within the sector.
Supportive Culture: Access to regular supervision and a management team that truly values your well-being.
Meaningful Impact: The opportunity to be part of a service that transforms the lives of children.
If interested please apply, for further information or chasing updates on applications call Usman on 0191 211 1382
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.
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