Job Description Share Share Share Residential Support Worker (Child) Location: South Shields, Newcastle Salary Scale: £75- £ 100 per day Start Date: ASAP Contract: Part-Time/Full-Time Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's and young people's lives? GSL Education Newcastle is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Residential Support Worker for children to work at a residential facility located in South Shields. This role is perfect for individuals committed to supporting vulnerable children in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, well-being, and personal development. Job Summary: The Residential Support Worker will be responsible for providing care and support to children in a residential setting. This includes assisting with daily activities, promoting positive behavior, and providing emotional support. The ideal candidate will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating resilience, patience, and a caring attitude. Responsibilities Of a Residential Support Worker (Child) Provide day-to-day care and support to children in a residential setting. Promote positive behavior and manage challenging behavior effectively. Assist with educational and recreational activities. Provide emotional support and act as a role model for the children. Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care. Maintain accurate records and reports as required. Qualifications Of a Residential Support Worker (Child) Experience working with children or young people in a residential or similar setting. Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Ability to manage challenging behavior and promote positive outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Compassionate, understanding, and tolerant personality. Ability to accommodate varying work schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. GSL Education is an ethical, inclusive, independent recruitment agency that aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Newcastle. For more information or to register your interest in this “Residential Support Worker (Child)” role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.