Residential Support Workers

*** Residential Support Workers ***

We're partnering with a company looking for strong Residential Support Workers for their Children and Young People's Service in Ribchester.

The company offers high-quality residential care and education for children and young people with mental health conditions such as Autism, Social, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties, and complex needs associated with challenging behaviour.

Role Overview:

• Support children in maintaining and developing relationships with friends and family.
• Encourage integration with the local community through clubs and day centres.
• Assist children with daily living activities.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicions or evidence of harm. Perform housekeeping duties and maintain hygiene standards when children are not in the service.

Requirements:

• Experience in a care and support environment or personal experience caring for someone with mental health issues.
• A Children's Residential Level 3 qualification is desirable but not essential (can lead to higher pay rates).

Details:

Location: Ribchester

Contract: Temporary to permanent

Pay Rate: Starting from £13 - £15 per hour / £22k - £26k per annum.

Hours: Full time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in your care.
• Provide support and encouragement.
• Listen actively and calmly, ask questions to ensure understanding, and acknowledge what is being said.
• Foster healthy development through a balanced lifestyle, engaging activities, and being a consistent and caring adult role model.

To apply please contact Dane on or email .