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Residential Support Worker

Reed
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Darlington, Durham DL3 9SD

Salary

£13.5 - £15 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The position is for a Residential Support Worker on a temporary 6-week block booking in Darlington.
  • The salary ranges from £13.50 to £15 per hour, with additional sleep-ins paid at £45 per night.
  • Candidates must have proven experience in a similar role within residential care and be flexible for shift work.
  • The role involves engaging with young people, managing challenging behaviors, and ensuring their emotional and physical well-being.
  • Applicants should be registered on the DBS update service for children and possess strong leadership skills.
Residential Support Worker
  • Temporary (6-week block booking)
  • Location: Darlington
  • Salary: £13.50 - £15 per hour
  • Hours: 40.5 per week plus sleep-ins (paid at £45 per night)
  • Shift Pattern: 2 shifts on, 4 shifts off (Shifts start at 10am, finishing at 10pm followed by a sleep-in)

We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker for a children’s home in Darlington. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a highly established and successful team, dedicated to providing top-notch care and support to young people.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Engage in a variety of tasks including cooking, cleaning, participating in activities and games, and accompanying young people to appointments and meetings.
  • Manage challenging behaviours and provide emotional support and companionship to the young people, including activities as simple as watching TV together.
  • Ensure a safe, nurturing environment, promoting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the young people in your care.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Must be flexible and available for shift work including weekends, evenings, and sleep-in duties.
  • Registered on the DBS update service for children.
  • Proven experience in a similar role within residential care.
  • Strong ability to lead, demonstrate, and share best practices with other practitioners.
  • Effective at working closely with psychologists and specialist therapeutic services teams.
  • Capable of handling challenging behaviour effectively and professionally.
  • Passionate about safeguarding, motivating, and inspiring young people.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Fulfilment and satisfaction of supporting young people in need.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Making a difference in the lives of others.
  • Supportive team environment with local support from the Reed Health & Care Newcastle branch.

To apply for this Residential Support Worker position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.