Secure Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Join us as a Secure Residential Support Worker and help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for children in care.

What’s on Offer:

Job Title: Secure Residential Support Worker

Location: Hailsham

Pay: £15.00/hr

Working Hours: 37 hours per week on a combination of early and late shifts
Early shifts are - 7.30am-3.45pm
Late shifts are - 2.15pm-10.30pm
**There will be an occasional sleep-in requirement with a follow up of an early shift, this can be discussed at the time. **

About the Role:
As a Secure Residential Support Worker (RSW), you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children placed within a Secure Children’s Home. You will provide hands-on care, supporting children’s emotional, physical, and social development while promoting positive behavioural change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team
• Provide high-quality childcare and emotional support in line with care plans
• Participate in team-based care planning and development of enriching activities
• Manage challenging behaviour with empathy and effective de-escalation techniques
• Ensure safety through crisis management and physical intervention when necessary
• Support children’s education and development in collaboration with Health, Education, and Support teams
• Record and maintain accurate care logs, incident reports, and other documentation
• Uphold a strong commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and equality
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality assurance within the home

Skills & Experience Required:

• Essential: Experience in behaviour management and crisis intervention, strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, and resilience in dealing with challenging situations.
• Desirable: Knowledge of trauma-informed care, experience working with vulnerable children, and a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.

How to Apply:

If you are excited about this Support Worker opportunity, we want to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV. Alternatively, call us to discuss further.







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