Children's Support Worker - Residential Care

Location:
Consett, County Durham
Agency:
Brook Street Social Care

Brook Street Social Care is looking for experienced Children's Residential Support Workers to support a residential service in Consett.

You'll be supporting children and young people with learning disabilities (LD) and behaviours that may challenge
, helping them feel safe, supported and encouraged to develop their independence.

• Supporting children and young people in a residential setting
• Providing person-centred support with daily routines and activities
• Managing behaviours that may challenge in a calm and positive way
• Promoting independence, choice and positive outcomes
• Following support plans and safeguarding procedures
• Working as part of an experienced care team

• Minimum 6 months' experience in a children's residential care setting
• Experience supporting children with LD and behaviours that may challenge
• Good understanding of safeguarding
• Confident, reliable and caring approach
• Ability to work days, nights and/or weekends as required

You'll receive support from a dedicated consultant throughout the recruitment and placement process, with access to ongoing agency opportunities across social care.