Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Join us as a Secure Residential Support Worker and help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for children in care.
What’s on Offer
Job Title: Secure Residential Support Worker
Location: Hailsham
Pay: £15.00/hr
Working Hours: 37 hours per week on a combination of early and late shifts
Early shifts are - 7.30am-3.45pm
Late shifts are - 2.15pm-10.30pm
**There will be an occasional sleep-in requirement with a follow up of an early shift, this can be discussed at the time. **
Due to location, ideally have your own car.
About the Role:
As a Secure Residential Support Worker (RSW), you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children placed within a Secure Children’s Home. You will provide hands-on care, supporting children’s emotional, physical, and social development while promoting positive behavioural change.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work closely with a multidisciplinary team
* Provide high-quality childcare and emotional support in line with care plans.
* Participate in team-based care planning and development of enriching activities.
* Manage challenging behaviour with empathy and effective de-escalation techniques.
* Ensure safety through crisis management and physical intervention when necessary.
* Support children’s education and development in collaboration with Health, Education, and Support teams.
* Record and maintain accurate care logs, incident reports, and other documentation.
* Uphold a strong commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and equality.
* Contribute to continuous improvement and quality assurance within the home.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Essential: Experience in behaviour management and crisis intervention, strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, and resilience in dealing with challenging situations.
* Desirable: Knowledge of trauma-informed care, experience working with vulnerable children, and a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
* Ability to work both as part of a team and independently, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.
How to Apply:
If you are excited about this Support Worker opportunity, we want to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV. Alternatively, call us to discuss further (phone number removed)