Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
Do you have the resilience and dedication to support children facing significant challenges?
If so, we want to hear from you!
Position: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Pontypool and surrounding areas
Salary: £14.50 to £17.40 per hour
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Job Type: Flexible working available, Adhoc as well as consistent work available
About Us
Randstad are currently working with a number of fantastic Childrens Residential homes in Pontypool and the surrounding areas. We provide experienced staff to support in residential homes - Whether that is supporting an increase to a staffing ration, covering sickness or annual leave or working full time in the home.
We are looking for people who have experienced working with young people who have experienced significant childhood trauma, mental health issues, involvement in county lines, and child sexual exploitation (CSE). We are committed to helping our client to support each young person develop resilience, build positive relationships, and achieve their full potential.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day support and care for young people in a residential setting.
- Follow and deliver on the individual care plans and therapeutic interventions set by the home.
- Assist young people in developing life skills and positive coping strategies.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, therapists, and educators.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
- Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities with Randstad - PBM/Team Teach & Your Health and Social Care Level 3!
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all residents through vigilant supervision and proactive risk management.
Requirements
- Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour and childhood trauma is essential.
- Previous experience in a children's residential home is advantageous but not completely essential.
- A valid driver's license is required and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Must be registered or willing to register with Social Care Wales.
- Must have or be willing to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Skills and Attributes
- Empathy and understanding of the complex needs of young people.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
- A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving, domestic tasks and a general proactive nature.
- Able to work as part of a team, but also think for yourself.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive induction and a detailed overview of each home you will be working in.
- Opportunities to develop your skillset - Team Teach/PBM/PMVA training
- Enrolment into a Level 3, Health and Social Care - Children and young people.
- Work as part of a team of competent and professional who are highly experienced.
- A supportive office team that cares about your well being, getting you paid on time and making sure you are looked after.
- Competitive salary, the opportunity to work flexibly but also pick up the equivalent of full time hour should you wish.
How to Apply
If you are ready to make a positive impact in the lives of young people and meet the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV/apply to this post - for more info email:
Join us and create a better opportunity for yourself and the young people you will support!
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.
