Childrens Residential Support Worker (Part Time)

Role - Residential Childrens Support Worker (Part Time) Location: Brown Edge Are you passionate about nurturing the talents and interests of children and young people, helping them develop skills and make positive choices? Join a supportive team with a strong reputation for aiding the development of children with complex needs. A fantastic opportunity to be involved in the provision of responsive care and support, to children and young people who have complex emotional and social needs using a parenting approach to ensure children and young people are safe, well and cared for. You will be working in a small childrens home, looking after up to 3 children and young people at a time. About you: Understand the complexities of mental health, trauma, substance misuse, and offending behaviour. Reflect on emotional responses and demonstrate empathy and creativity in problem-solving. Promote rights, responsibilities, and informed choices. Adapt to changing needs with flexibility and resilience. Familiarity with data management, and Microsoft Office. Committed to working with vulnerable children, young people, and families, with strong negotiation and advocacy skills. Requirements: Must be 21+ and pass a DBS check due to safeguarding responsibilities Hold a drivers license with access to own vehicle Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent, if not already completed Willingness to undertake further training. Experience of working with vulnerable children and their families. Ability to establish good working relationships with children and young people based on respect and openness Responsibilities: Deliver 24/7 care, addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people. Build positive relationships, support during emergencies, and maintain a safe, clean living environment. Draft, update, and follow care plans, administer medication, and ensure access to healthcare. Arrange and attend appointments, transport children, and encourage community involvement. Liaise with families, professionals, and agencies, advocating for the childrens needs. Management: Attend supervision meetings and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. Collaborate with professionals to maintain safety and quality care. Oversee medication management and report any safety concerns. Partnership and Administration: Prepare for meetings, maintain effective relationships, and keep accurate records. Adhere to company policies, maintain confidentiality, and support cross-functional teamwork General Responsibilities: Ensure quality standards, promote the companys vision, and meet performance targets. Maintain health, safety, diversity, and confidentiality standards. Note: The role may require additional duties as needed within the job scope TPBN1_UKTJ