Children's Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker South Shields, NE33 Permanent - Full Time Salary: £25,469.34 – £29,420.26 (DOE) Hours of Week: 40 Contract Type: Permanent Requirements: * An understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and educational) of children and young people. * An ability to safeguard children and young people. * Experience of working with children in residential care. * Level 3 or 4 diploma in working with children or Health & Social care. * Working within a team & ability to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding. * Ability to motivate self and others to meet time and performance goals. * Ability to deal with emotional stress. * Ability to be flexible. * Good interpersonal skills – relate well to others (young people and staff at all levels). As a Residential Support Worker you will: * Respond to and meet the identified needs of children/young people as outlined in individual care plans and as agreed with the manager. * Work in partnership with young people, their families, social workers and other relevant agencies, in meeting the needs of young people. * Ensure that work with children/young people is in keeping with legislative, procedural and good practice requirements. * Ensure that the safety and welfare of young people is paramount. * Participate in implementing, monitoring and reviewing children/young people’s care/health and education plans where appropriate and to contribute in planning meetings and reviews as require. * Understand and be familiar with all relevant legislation guidance policies procedures in relation to safeguarding young people. * Promote the development of a comfortable physical environment, which is conducive to good social care practice and in line with standards and guidance. About us: At Three Bridges Care we provide tailored care programmes, a therapeutic environment, and highly dedicated and experienced staff members to empower children and young people to progress towards a better life and prepare them for independent living. Our aim is to meet the needs of children and young people across the continuum of care. We provide a range of specialist services that support this ambition providing, where possible every child; the care, therapy and learning they need to ensure they achieve their personal best. We focus on delivering clear outcomes for each child and young person in our service. Elvet House may provide care and accommodation for no more than 4 children or young people of any gender from 8 to 18 years with mental health, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and those who are vulnerable within other settings. Elvet House is a specialist step down service for children who are leaving a hospital setting or for children who are at risk of admission to the hospital setting, Elvet House, work closely with input from a multi-disciplinary team to help enable, look after and care for the mental health of children. Benefits of Working for us: * A rewarding career you can be truly proud of * Your Birthday off * Good attendance Bonus * Length of service Bonus * BUPA healthcare * A supportive environment that is committed to helping you flourish and deliver excellent care to the people we support * Competitive pay * Career development and training * Progression Opportunities * Enhanced annual leave * Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification If this sounds like the role for you, apply now! ***Three Bridges Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with our safeguarding policy. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and any other necessary checks