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Youth Support Worker

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 32,780 - 35,564 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Residential Childcare Practitioner
Southampton | £32,780-£35,564 (incl. £5,000 Market Supplement) | 37 hrs/week, Permanent

Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in a child's life? Join our secure residential care team, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as a Residential Childcare Practitioner supporting up to ten children with complex mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs.

As a Residential Childcare Practitioner, you'll work in a structured, therapeutic setting that helps vulnerable young people feel safe, supported, and empowered. You'll act as a trusted role model, build secure relationships, and support recovery from trauma with empathy and consistency.

What You'll Do:

Be a therapeutic parent and positive influence
Collaborate with education and wellbeing teams
Lead structured, enriching activities
Work flexible shifts incl. weekends, early/late, and sleep-ins
Receive full induction and ongoing trainingWhat We're Looking For:

Passion for working with children and young people
Emotional resilience, patience, and physical capability
Experience in residential or secure settings (preferred)Why Join Us?

Enhancements for evenings/weekends
Career development and training
Supportive team environment
Up to 33 days leave + public holidaysTake the next step in a meaningful career as a Residential Childcare Practitioner. Apply today and help shape brighter futures

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