SeaLight Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established children’s residential care provider in Suffolk.
Job description
Our client is seeking compassionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Residential Support Workers to join their friendly and supportive team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with disabilities and complex needs, helping them build confidence, independence and essential life skills in a safe and nurturing environment.
Both experienced support workers and those looking to develop their careers in residential childcare are encouraged to apply.
Working hours
Flexible shift patterns, including:
- Early shifts: 7:00am – 2:00pm
- Late shifts: 2:00pm – 9:00pm
- Long days: 7:00am – 9:00pm
- Waking night shifts available
- Weekend rota: Two weekends on, followed by two weekends off
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people
- Build positive, trusting relationships
- Support daily routines, education and personal development
- Encourage independence, confidence and essential life skills
- Plan and participate in recreational and community activities
- Maintain a safe, caring and stimulating home environment
- Support individual care plans and risk assessments
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and other professionals
Skills and experience
- A caring, patient and compassionate attitude
- Previous experience in a care or support setting is desirable
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- A positive, flexible and solution-focused approach
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to complete the qualification within two years
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
Important information
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
- Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check, including the relevant children’s barred list check, along with appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
- Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay of £13.49 – £14.03
- Permanent, full-time position (37 hours per week)
- Day and waking night shift opportunities
- Over 7 weeks’ paid annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
- Additional paid wellbeing day
- Funded training and professional development
- Company pension with up to 7% employer contribution
- Life assurance cover
- Blue Light Card eligibility and employee discounts
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Family-friendly leave benefits
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
How to apply
If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people and want a rewarding career with excellent benefits and development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today through SeaLight Recruitment for a confidential discussion and further details about this exciting opportunity.
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