Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Residential Support Worker
Location: Bodmin, Cornwall, South West England / PL31 2XX
Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 per annum
Employment Type: Permanent

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join our team in Bodmin, Cornwall. This role involves supporting children within a specialised children’s home setting, ensuring their safety, development, and well-being are prioritised. The successful candidate will work closely with the team to deliver personalised care and support tailored to each child's needs.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Support Worker based in Bodmin, your daily duties will include:

Planning and supporting children’s weekly activities, ensuring their voice is heard and their safety is maintained.
Following individualised Placement Plans and supporting children’s attendance at education.
Maintaining high standards of safety, confidentiality, and professionalism in line with policies and procedures.
Recording daily activities, managing medication, and completing administrative tasks such as journals and handovers.
Promoting a positive, supportive environment that encourages learning, independence, and social development.
Supporting children with life skills, including personal hygiene and household responsibilities.
Accompanying children on outdoor activities and outings, ensuring their safety at all times.
Responding appropriately to behavioural challenges, following de-escalation plans and recording incidents accurately.
Raising concerns or issues with senior management and participating in team meetings and training.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:

Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care or equivalent.
Experience working in a children’s residential or similar care setting.
Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS check and a full UK driving licence.
Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work under pressure.

Benefits & Work Environment:

Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
Supportive team environment within a well-established organisation.
Generous pension scheme and access to staff benefits.

If you are a qualified Residential Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Bodmin, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.