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Residential Support Worker

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 12.75 - 12.75 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Uckfield, East Sussex

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

We're recruiting on behalf of a specialist children's residential service supporting young people aged 8–18 years. The home works closely with a specialist education setting, ensuring children receive consistent care, support and education in a safe, nurturing environment.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for compassionate, resilient individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

Waking Night Support Worker Responsibilities

  * Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.

  * Promote emotional wellbeing, personal growth and independence.

  * Act as a positive role model and provide consistent support.

  * Attend team meetings and contribute to care planning.

  * Ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of young people throughout the night.

  * Carry out regular welfare checks around the home.

  * Provide clear and detailed handovers to the day team.

  * Maintain accurate records of observations and incidents.

  * Support bedtime routines, creating a calm and reassuring environment.

  * Follow individual care and health plans, including supporting young people with specific needs such as enuresis where required.

  * Complete household cleaning duties while young people are asleep to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

Shift Patterns

  * Waking Nights: 9:30pm – 9:30am

  * Flexibility to work long days, weekends and sleep-ins (where required).

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

  * Be 21 years of age or older.

  * Have a minimum of 6 months' experience working within a children's residential setting.

  * Hold a full UK driving licence with no penalty points (essential due to the rural location).

  * Have a current DBS registered on the Update Service.

  * Be willing to complete the Level 3 Diploma for Children and Young People's Workforce if not already qualified.

  * Be flexible to work a rota including long days, weekends and sleep-in shifts where required.

  * Be resilient, reliable and committed to providing outstanding care.

What You'll Receive

  * Competitive hourly rates with pay progression.

  * Funded Level 3 qualification (where applicable).

  * Ongoing training and career development.

  * The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.

  * A supportive and welcoming team environment.

Apply today to begin a rewarding career supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential

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