Children 39;s residential support worker

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)? Are you passionate about making a difference and want to become a role model? If you have bags of energy and love to support others, I have a fantastic opportunity for a number of Children #39;s Residential Support Worker to join a Children #39;s Residential Home, as part of an organisation that supports its young people to live life to its fullest. This organisation provides therapeutic, person centred care to its children, both inside the home and out and about in the community, so the successful candidate will need to drive and have their own vehicle in order to accompany the children on fun days out! Salary: GBP27,000 - GBP29,000 Location: Lancing Permanent: 40 hours per week Shift pattern: Rolling rota - mix of midweek and weekend shifts, including sleep in shifts Benefits: Working as part of supportive team Becoming part of a HOME Continuous training and development Pension scheme Healthcare Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Full paid training and support to achieve QCF qualifications Employee Benefits through Perkbox Inspection bonuses, referral bonuses, long service awards Bonuses at Christmas, on your Birthday, and based on longevity of service About the Role: The role of a Children #39;s Residential Support Worker involves working as part of a team to support each child within the home. With duties including; To encourage the young people to do activities and take responsibility for their own lives depending on their age. To keep the homely, friendly culture and environment of the homes. To be able to deal with challenging behaviours when needed. Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare. Provide support for the children and young people in the home and to promote their independence and well-being. Maintain a safe environment for the young people. Ensuring the safety of the students and maintaining an up to date knowledge of the individual #39;s; care plan, guidelines, reward system and preferred method of communication. Supporting poor behaviour safely and sympathetically. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the staff, parents, Social Workers and other professionals that may be involved in the young people #39;s lives such as Psychologists Key Skills Required: As a Children #39;s Residential Support Worker, you will ideally have; A positive outlook and enthusiasm for activities A high level of both mental and physical energy, in order to keep up with the boys in the home A motivated, inspirational and dedicated work ethic towards the role Previous experience within a residential support work setting - not essential Have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle - ESSENTIAL Can you deliver a positive, compassionate and supportive approach to really making a difference to the lives of children in the Social Care industry? If this sounds like your dream role, I would love to hear from you. Click #39;APPLY #39; now!! Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone