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Support Worker
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 27,518 - 27,518 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Witnesham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job role: Support Worker
Location: Witnesham, Suffolk
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 42 hours per week, based on a 4-week rota of 24-hour shifts (9:30am–10:00am). Waking nights may occasionally be required.
Salary: From £27,518.40 per year, with potential increases depending on qualifications and experience
Experience: 1 year in a children’s residential setting preferred
Work Authorisation: Must be eligible to work in the UK- Sponsorship is not available
Eleven 11 Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for the role of Residential Support Worker at a respected children's home in Witnesham, Suffolk.
Job Overview:
Our client is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. They are currently seeking passionate and committed individuals to join their team at a residential children’s home that supports young people with learning difficulties and those who have experienced early trauma.
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact in the lives of vulnerable children by providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where they can grow and thrive.
Main Responsibilities:
• Delivering person-centred care and daily support in a homely setting
• Encouraging young people to achieve personal goals and develop life skills
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents
• Working in line with statutory frameworks and care plans
• Building trusting relationships with young people, colleagues, and external agencies
• Collaborating with the management team to deliver high-quality care
Required:
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Essential)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (Desirable — or willingness to complete)
• Knowledge of Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and Ofsted inspection frameworks
• Minimum of 2 years’ Experience in a senior residential childcare role
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people to thrive
What our client is looking for:
• Passionate about helping children reach their full potential
• Emotionally resilient, compassionate, and reflective
• Calm and professional in challenging situations
• Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and responsive to the changing needs of young people
• Experienced in working with children (preferably in residential or SEN settings)
• Hold a full UK driving licence (Business Insurance desirable)
• Hold or are willing to work toward a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare
Why Join Our Client’s Team?
• Referral programme
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Supportive team environment committed to career progression
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