Details:
- Salary: £13.50 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Dudley
- Date: 21 hours ago
Description:
Residential Support Worker Adults
Are you looking for a career where you can genuinely change lives? We're looking for a Residential Support Worker to join our team, providing safe, compassionate, person-centred care to adults living within our residential service.
About the Role of Residential Support Worker, Adults
As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team supporting individuals with a range of needs to maintain their independence, develop daily living skills, and live fulfilling lives. Every interaction is a chance to promote dignity, encourage choice, and provide reassurance through consistent, respectful support.
This is a rewarding but responsible role, and we welcome applications from experienced practitioners as well as those new to adult social care who demonstrate the right values and potential to succeed.
What You'll Be Doing as a Residential Support Worker, Adults
Providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing
Building positive, appropriate relationships based on trust, respect and consistency
Supporting individuals with personal care, activities, health appointments and life skills
Contributing to a warm, welcoming, homely environment
Following care plans, risk assessments and support strategies consistently
Using positive approaches to support individuals who may experience distress or behavioural challenges
Maintaining accurate, timely records and contributing to care planning and reviews
Engaging respectfully with families, healthcare professionals, social workers and other partners
Working towards your Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (if not already achieved)What We're Looking For
Essential:
Willingness to work towards the Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care within an agreed timeframe
Enhanced DBS check suitable for working with vulnerable adults
Genuine motivation to support adults and make a positive difference
Ability to build appropriate relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
Willingness to work flexibly, including shifts, weekends and sleep-ins
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing Desirable:
Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
Experience working within a regulated care environment
Understanding of safeguarding adults, the Mental Capacity Act, and DoLS
Full UK driving licenceOur Values
We're looking for people who act professionally, respectfully and with integrity, who take pride in how they represent themselves and the people in our care. We value dependable people who bring consistency, positivity and accountability, and we're committed to supporting your ongoing learning and professional growth.
If you're ready to make a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Choose Resicare Alliance Children's Care?
We are a growing organisation and our future is shaped by our shared values. We genuinely strive to make the differences we promote, and our fantastic team is the enabler of our ambition to deliver outstanding care and support.
Meaningful Work: You will be at the forefront of transforming young lives, offering guidance, stability, and emotional support to children in need.
Professional Growth: RCA is committed to your professional development. We offer ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
Supportive Team: Join a team of caring professionals who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
Competitive Compensation: We value your dedication and expertise and offer competitive salaries and benefits.All applications are assessed in detail and processing them is subject to safer recruitment regulations, as governed by both the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Ofsted. The application process may be more demanding, but the job is also more rewarding.
We look forward to receiving and reviewing your application