training and education
Ongoing training
Location: Guildford, West Surrey
Salary: £13 - £18
Contract: Temp
The Role
Are you a dedicated care professional looking to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people? We are seeking a resilient, empathetic, and proactive Residential Support Worker to join our team in Guildford.
This isn't just a job; it's about building trust, celebrating small wins, and helping young people navigate their way toward a brighter future.In this role, you will provide a stable, nurturing, and safe environment for children and young people who have faced significant challenges.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing high-quality daily care and support to children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Difficulties.
- Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour with patience and professional techniques.
- Assisting with educational goals, life skills, and community outings.
- Maintaining detailed and accurate daily logs and incident reports.
- Collaborating with social workers, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care.
Must-Have Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria:
- Experience: A minimum of 6 months of direct experience working within a Children's Residential Home setting.
- Legal Status: You must have the Right to Work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship at this time).
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for effective handover and reporting.
- Resilience: Experience supporting young people with EBD and complex needs.
Highly Desirable
- An Enhanced DBS (Children & Adults) currently registered on the Update Service.
- A full UK Driving License.
Why Join Us?
- Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and career progression.
- Supportive Environment: A team that values your well-being and professional input.
- Impact: The opportunity to be the positive role model a young person needs.
How to Apply
If you have the experience and the heart for this role, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience in residential childcare.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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