Children and Young People Residential Support Worker - Solo Placement Bungalows

Make a Lasting Difference in a Young Person's Life

We are looking for caring, resilient and committed Residential Support Workers to join our specialist Solo Placement Bungalows in Sutton Coldfield.

This is an opportunity to work within a dedicated service supporting young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. Our aim is to provide safe, nurturing environments where young people can build positive relationships, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and who are committed to making a genuine difference, even during the most challenging times.

No two days are ever the same, and whilst the role can be challenging, the opportunity to support a young person through difficult periods and help them achieve positive outcomes makes it incredibly rewarding.

Our Homes

Our Solo Placement Bungalows are modern, well\-equipped and thoughtfully designed to provide young people with a safe, comfortable and nurturing environment. We believe that every young person deserves to live in a home where they feel valued, respected and supported to thrive.

At Gracebridge Care, we take pride in creating homes that young people can be proud of and that staff enjoy working in. Our homes have been praised for their high standards, homely feel and welcoming environments, helping young people feel safe, settled and able to achieve positive outcomes.

What We Offer

• £500 Welcome Bonus (payable upon successful completion of probation)


• £100 Attendance Bonus every six months


• Paid Birthday Leave (14\.5\-hour shift paid without using annual leave)


• £200 Refer a Friend Bonus


• Double Time on Christmas Day and New Year's Day


• Time and a Half on Boxing Day


• Ofsted Bonus from £150 following a GOOD inspection outcome


• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training


• Opportunities for career progression


• Company pension scheme


• Team building events


• On\-site parking

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in helping young people feel safe, valued and supported.

You will work closely with young people on a daily basis, helping them to develop life skills, build positive relationships and achieve their individual goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building positive and trusting relationships with young people


• Supporting young people with their daily routines and care plans


• Delivering key work sessions


• Supporting education attendance and achievement


• Facilitating and supervising family contact


• Encouraging participation in activities, hobbies and community engagement


• Maintaining accurate records and reports


• Attending meetings and contributing to care planning


• Supporting with household tasks to maintain a warm and welcoming home environment


• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for young people

Residential childcare can be one of the most rewarding careers, but it can also be one of the most challenging.

The young people we support have often experienced significant trauma and may present with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. There will be times when young people are distressed, dysregulated or in crisis and require intensive support from staff.

As part of your role, you may be required to manage challenging situations, utilise approved physical intervention techniques when necessary and support young people through difficult periods while maintaining a calm, consistent approach.

We are looking for people who are:

• Resilient and emotionally aware


• Calm under pressure


• Compassionate and patient


• Able to maintain professional boundaries


• Committed to achieving positive outcomes for young people


• Willing to learn and develop professionally

• Applicants must be aged 22 or over in line with Ofsted regulations


• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent


• Full UK Driving Licence


• Experience working with children and young people


• Experience within residential childcare, education, youth work, supported accommodation, mental health services or related sectors

At Gracebridge Care, we recognise that our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a supportive working environment where colleagues feel valued, respected and empowered to develop their careers.

Whether you are already experienced within residential childcare or looking to take the next step in your career, we will provide the training, guidance and opportunities needed to succeed.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £29,837\.52\-£32,594\.93 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Discounted or free food


• On\-site parking


• Referral programme

• Do you currently have the NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People Workforce Qualification?


• Do you hold a Full UK Driving License?


• Are you aged 22 or over in line with Ofsted regulations for this role?


• Do you have experience working within children's residential care?

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