Residential Support Worker

gap healthcare is currently recruiting for a new and exciting opportunity on behalf of our clients based in Westcliff-on-Sea for an experienced Residential Support Worker for a children’s registered service providing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment designed to harness, develop and sustain the hopes, talents and aspirations of children.

Main Purpose of Job

Join our team to provide high-quality residential care for children and young people. Ensure their physical, social, and emotional well-being, and support their holistic development and resilience.

Main Responsibilities

Supporting Children and Young People:

• Safeguard and promote their welfare.
• Report unsafe practices and conditions.
• Deliver individual and group work, and support leisure activities.
• Be a positive role model.

Personal Development and Team Membership:

• Support team members and less experienced staff.
• Promote anti-discriminatory practices.
• Attend supervision and staff meetings.
• Develop professional relationships with colleagues and other agencies.

Other Requirements:

• Continuously develop in your role.
• Undertake other duties as required, adapting to the unpredictable nature of residential care.
• Ensure flexibility in task management.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Comply with Children's Homes Regulations and inspection processes.
• Follow care and placement plans.
• Understand key policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety.

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Ali Chahbi at gap healthcare.