Childrens home support worker

Children's Residential Support WorkerJob Summary

Rising Stars Homes is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and motivated Children's Residential Support Workers to join our team and provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.

We have opportunities available for Bank (Zero Hours), Full-Time, and Part-Time positions, with both Day and Night shifts available. Day shifts are typically 8:00am – 8:00pm, with corresponding night shifts from 8:00pm – 8:00am.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment, promoting the well-being, development, and positive outcomes of the children and young people in our care. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young lives through personalised support, guidance, and encouragement.

Duties

• Support children and young people with their daily routines, including personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and recreational activities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people, providing emotional support and guidance.
• Support children with emotional, behavioural, and social needs while promoting positive behaviours and healthy relationships.
• Implement and follow individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Encourage participation in education, hobbies, social activities, and community engagement.
• Assist children and young people in developing life skills, independence, confidence, and resilience.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, reports, daily logs, and incident reports using electronic recording systems.
• Transport children safely to school, appointments, family contact sessions, and leisure activities when required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, social workers, education providers, and other professionals to ensure holistic support.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Ensure the home remains a safe, clean, and nurturing environment.
• Follow all company policies, safeguarding procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Experience & Requirements

• Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential, childcare, education, or support setting is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and behaviour management practices is advantageous.
• Experience implementing care plans and supporting individual needs is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Good IT skills for recording information and completing reports.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations.
• Flexible approach to working shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
• A full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

What We Offer

• Bank (Zero Hours), Full-Time, and Part-Time opportunities available
• Day Shifts: 8:00am – 8:00pm
• Night Shifts: 8:00pm – 8:00am
• Flexible working patterns
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within children's residential care
• Supportive management and team environment
• Pension scheme and employee benefits
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential and want to be part of a dedicated and caring team, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £12.81-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person