Residential Childcare Worker

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MAKE A GENUINE DIFFERENCE TO A YOUNG PERSON’S LIFE

ResiCare Staffing Ltd supplies experienced Residential Support Workers to Ofsted-regulated children’s homes across Leicester and the surrounding areas.

We are looking for reliable, compassionate and skilled individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people. You will help create a safe, stable and nurturing environment in which every young person feels respected, supported and encouraged to reach their potential.

Whether you are seeking regular full-time agency work, occasional part-time shifts or flexible work that fits around your lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Residential Support Worker, your duties may include:

• Providing consistent, person-centred support to children and young people in residential care
• Building positive, professional and trusting relationships
• Supporting young people with daily routines, education, appointments and recreational activities
• Encouraging independence, confidence and the development of practical life skills
• Promoting positive behaviour using calm, appropriate and trauma-informed approaches
• Responding safely and professionally to challenging situations
• Following individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
• Maintaining accurate daily records, incident reports and handover notes
• Administering medication when trained and authorised to do so
• Working closely with permanent staff, social workers, families and other professionals
• Supporting the smooth running of the home, including cooking, cleaning and general household duties
• Protecting the privacy, dignity and rights of every young person

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

You should be:

• Compassionate, patient and emotionally resilient
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Confident supporting children and young people who may have complex needs or display behaviours that challenge
• Able to remain calm and make appropriate decisions under pressure
• A strong communicator and effective team member
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Willing to work a range of shifts where required

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people in a residential, care, education, youth-work or similar setting
• A good understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• The ability to complete clear and accurate written records
• The right to work in the UK
• Satisfactory employment references
• A willingness to complete all required safer-recruitment and compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS check

A full UK driving licence may be required for some placements.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The following would be an advantage:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Children and Young People’s Workforce, or an equivalent qualification
• Experience working in an Ofsted-regulated children’s home
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and therapeutic approaches
• Experience supporting young people with emotional or behavioural needs, learning disabilities, autism or complex needs
• Current training in safeguarding, first aid, medication, positive behaviour support or physical intervention

WHAT RESICARE STAFFING LTD OFFERS

• Pay starting at £14 per hour
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
• A choice of day, night, weekend, sleep-in and waking-night shifts
• Full-time and part-time agency opportunities
• Placements with Ofsted-regulated children’s homes across Leicester and surrounding areas
• Ongoing support from a responsive staffing team
• Opportunities to broaden your experience across different residential settings
• Relevant training and professional-development opportunities
• Holiday pay and pension arrangements, subject to eligibility

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

ResiCare Staffing Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to robust safer-recruitment procedures. These may include an Enhanced DBS check with the relevant barred-list information, identity and right-to-work verification, employment-history checks and satisfactory professional references.

A criminal record will not automatically prevent an applicant from being considered. Any information disclosed will be assessed fairly in relation to the role and applicable safeguarding requirements.

APPLY TODAY

If you are an experienced Residential Support Worker seeking flexible, rewarding work and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, please apply through Indeed with an up-to-date CV and a brief summary of your relevant experience and availability.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require one.

Join ResiCare Staffing Ltd and help provide vulnerable children and young people with the safe, compassionate and consistent support they deserve