Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Warminster, Wiltshire, England
Salary: £32,304 - £35,305 (Inclusive of sleep-ins)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people's lives? A leading specialist provider is seeking dedicated Children's Residential Support Workers to join a 4-bed children’s residential service in Warminster.

This is an exciting opportunity to support young people aged 8-18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and challenging behaviours. If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and motivated to help young people develop socially, emotionally, and behaviourally in a safe and caring environment, this role is perfect for you.

Working in a fast-paced, dynamic setting, you will find this work both challenging and incredibly rewarding. The role offers a chance to engage in fun activities like football, computer games, and trips to theme parks, making every day unique and fulfilling.

Key Responsibilities:

* Encourage young people to participate in activities and take responsibility for their own lives, appropriate to their age.

* Maintain a homely, friendly environment within the residential setting.

* Manage challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism.

* Protect children and young people from risks to their health and welfare.

* Support young people to develop independence and well-being.

* Ensure a safe environment and keep up-to-date knowledge of individual care plans and communication preferences.

* Support and manage taxing behaviour safely and sympathetically.

* Develop positive relationships with staff, parents, social workers, and other professionals involved in the young people's lives.

Requirements:

* Experience as a Children's Residential Support Worker or with young people is desirable.

* Experience in healthcare or social care settings is advantageous.

* Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car, as transportation of young people may be required.

* Applicants must be over 21 years of age.

* NVQ or QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People is desirable.

* Ability to commute to Warminster.

If you are committed to supporting young people aged 8-18 with EBD and want to develop your career within health and social care, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone

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