Support Worker
PST Group
## Job Description: Support Worker (Residential Children & Young People)
### Role Overview
Support Worker required for a residential home supporting children and young people. The role involves providing day-to-day care, promoting independence, supporting positive outcomes, and ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing at all times.
### Key Responsibilities
- Provide consistent, caring support to children and young people in a residential setting
- Assist with daily living activities, routines, and emotional support
- Promote safety, wellbeing, and positive behaviour through person-centred support
- Support with education, interests, and engagement in age-appropriate activities
- Encourage independence and life skills development (e.g., budgeting, communication, daily routines)
- Maintain accurate records and written reports in line with organisational requirements
- Work collaboratively with staff teams and professionals involved in care planning
- Support sleep-in duties and shift coverage where required
- Follow safeguarding procedures, risk assessments, and incident reporting processes
- Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times
### Essential Requirements
Experience working with children and young people in a residential or similar care environment Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and behaviours that support safety Empathy, patience, and the ability to build trusting relationships with young people Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team Ability to remain calm and professional when managing challenging situations### Desirable Skills / Experience
Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs Knowledge of care planning, behaviour support approaches, and positive outcomes First Aid training (or willingness to obtain) Familiarity with recording systems and care documentation### Working Pattern
Shift-based role, including weekends and potentially sleep-in duties (as required)### Benefits (Add/Adjust as Needed)
Competitive salary Training and development opportunities Supportive team environment Career progression pathways### Keywords Support Worker, residential home, children and young people, safeguarding, care, emotional support, behaviour support, person-centred, daily living, life skills, shift work, incident reporting, teamwork, documentation, residential care.
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