Make a difference in a child's life. Join a team dedicated to providing safe and happy childhoods.
Job Details:
Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Location: Yatton, Bristol, UK
Salary: £24,309 - £29,500 per annum (dependent on role and qualifications)
Overview:
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading UK children's charity, for compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Workers to join their team in Yatton. Their vision is that every child and young person in the country has a safe and happy childhood, and you could be a vital part of making that a reality.
This is a rewarding role with a clear career pathway, offering you the chance to develop your skills and progress within a supportive and professional environment.
About the Role:
As a Residential Support Worker, you will create a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment for children and young people to grow and develop. You will provide personalised care, guidance, and advocacy as part of a 24/7 service.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing flexible, responsive, and high-quality person-centred care to children and their families.
- Building and maintaining positive and professional relationships with the children and young people you support.
- Enabling children to access and participate in a range of stimulating and safe activities and experiences.
- Supporting young people with personal care, administering medication, and undertaking routine household tasks (e.g., cooking, shopping) to promote independence.
- Ensuring the views and needs of children are heard and responded to by promoting communication and participation.
- Contributing to the development of care plans, maintaining up-to-date records, and attending service planning meetings.
Career Progression:
Our client is committed to your professional growth. This role offers a clear career pathway to a Senior Residential Support Worker position. As you progress, you will take on additional responsibilities, including:
- Providing lead case and care planning management, including assessment and risk management.
- Co-ordinating with multi-agency professionals and producing written reports.
- Attending professional meetings, reviews, and court proceedings.
About You:
We are looking for resilient, empathetic, and committed individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
You are dedicated to creating a positive and safe environment for children.
You possess excellent communication skills and can build trusting relationships.
For the Residential Support Worker role: You are willing to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) within two years of starting your post.
For the Senior Residential Support Worker role: You must already hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
What We Offer:
A competitive salary package that rewards your qualifications and experience.
- Residential Support Worker: £24,309 - £26,099 per annum. The typical starting salary is £24,309. A higher salary is offered to candidates who are qualified or actively working towards their Level 3 Diploma.
- Senior Residential Support Worker: £27,400 - £29,500 per annum. The typical starting salary is £28,000. Holding the Level 3 Diploma is essential for this role.
In addition, you will receive comprehensive training, regular supervision, and fantastic opportunities for career development within a supportive team.
If you have any further questions or wish to apply for this role then please get in touch with me on
0131 240 0882 Otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.
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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.
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