Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker – £14 per hour – Ilford

Can you combine empathy, resilience and clear boundaries to help young people feel safe, supported and confident about their future?

Bright Young Futures is looking for a Residential Support Worker to support people within our residential home in Ilford.

You will be a consistent and trusted presence, helping young people through challenges, encouraging independence and supporting them to recognise what they are capable of.

We are prioritising full-time applicants, although strong bank candidates may also be considered.

• Day shift: 8:00am – 8:30pm
• Waking night: 8:00pm – 8:30am

• Build positive and professional relationships with young people.
• Provide practical and emotional support during everyday and challenging situations.
• Follow individual care plans and respond as needs change.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and healthy decision-making.
• Provide tailored one-to-one key work sessions.
• Support education, apprenticeships, employment and community activities.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare information for reviews and meetings.
• Work closely with colleagues and other professionals.
• Follow safeguarding, equality, health and safety and organisational procedures.
• Drive company vehicles when required and in line with policy.

Bright Young Futures supports vulnerable young people to overcome challenges, build independence and reach their potential.

We provide tailored one-to-one guidance, helping young people develop life skills and move towards education, apprenticeships or employment.

• You will receive training appropriate to your role, with opportunities to continue developing your knowledge and skills as part of an experienced team.

• Secondary education.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and young people's needs.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good written communication and record-keeping skills.
• Previous experience working within a team.

A Level 3 childcare qualification, residential care experience, experience working with children or young people, and a clean driving licence would be advantageous.