Children Residential Support Worker
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- England,East Midlands,Leicestershire
- Full Time, Permanent
- £12.50 - £13.50 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Support Worker – 16+ Supported Living Service
Location: Leicester
Pay: £12.50 – £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: Long days & sleep-ins, 37.5 hours per week
(Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role)
Make a Difference Every Day
We’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our client’s dedicated team as a Support Worker within their 16+ Supported Living service. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to empower young people and help shape their futures.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in providing high-quality, person-centred care to young people aged 16 and over. You’ll support them in building independence, developing essential life skills, and strengthening emotional resilience—all while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Your work will make a real impact, helping young people transition confidently into adulthood.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Provide safe, person-centred support in line with each young person’s support plan and risk assessment
*Promote independence, confidence, and positive decision-making
*Support young people to attend education, training, work, and appointments
*Maintain accurate and timely case notes, daily logs, and incident reports
*Uphold safeguarding procedures and report concerns in line with policy and legislation
*Work in accordance with Ofsted regulations, Children Act 1989/2004, and company policies
*Support young people to maintain safe accommodation and positive routines
*Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, and external professionals
*Always maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model
What We’re Looking For
*Experience in supporting young people aged 16+
*Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
*Excellent communication skills and flexibility
*Basic IT skills (office, outlook, database)
*Safeguarding and child protection
*Trauma-informed care
*Risk assessment and management
*Professional boundaries
Desirable:
*Previous experience in care, supported living, or youth work
*UK drivers’ licence
*Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help young people thrive!
Location: Leicester
Pay: £12.50 – £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: Long days & sleep-ins, 37.5 hours per week
(Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role)
Make a Difference Every Day
We’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our client’s dedicated team as a Support Worker within their 16+ Supported Living service. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to empower young people and help shape their futures.
About the Role
As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in providing high-quality, person-centred care to young people aged 16 and over. You’ll support them in building independence, developing essential life skills, and strengthening emotional resilience—all while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Your work will make a real impact, helping young people transition confidently into adulthood.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Provide safe, person-centred support in line with each young person’s support plan and risk assessment
*Promote independence, confidence, and positive decision-making
*Support young people to attend education, training, work, and appointments
*Maintain accurate and timely case notes, daily logs, and incident reports
*Uphold safeguarding procedures and report concerns in line with policy and legislation
*Work in accordance with Ofsted regulations, Children Act 1989/2004, and company policies
*Support young people to maintain safe accommodation and positive routines
*Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, and external professionals
*Always maintain professional boundaries and act as a positive role model
What We’re Looking For
*Experience in supporting young people aged 16+
*Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
*Excellent communication skills and flexibility
*Basic IT skills (office, outlook, database)
*Safeguarding and child protection
*Trauma-informed care
*Risk assessment and management
*Professional boundaries
Desirable:
*Previous experience in care, supported living, or youth work
*UK drivers’ licence
*Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help young people thrive!
Job number 3359993
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