Children's Residential Therapeutic Support Worker

Overview

Join Ubuntu Group's dedicated team as a Children's Residential Therapeutic Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, structured support to children and adolescents in a residential setting, helping them develop essential life skills and emotional resilience. Your therapeutic approach and positive attitude will foster a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. This rewarding position offers the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, implement tailored care plans, and create lasting impacts on young lives.

Duties

• Support children and young people in daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
• Assist in implementing individualised care plans designed to promote emotional, social, and behavioral development
• Foster positive communication with children, families, and team members to ensure cohesive support strategies
• Collaborate with external professionals such as therapists, social workers, and healthcare providers to support ongoing care
• Engage children in therapeutic activities, recreational outings, and skill-building exercises aligned with their needs
• Maintain accurate records of progress, incidents, and care interventions using IT systems and documentation tools
• Drive company vehicles responsibly to transport children to appointments or community activities when required

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in childcare environments is highly desirable but not essential
• Valid driving license for transporting children to school, activities, appointments and family time.
• Strong communication skills to effectively connect with children, families, and team members
• Knowledge of child development principles and experience creating or following care plans
• Proficiency in IT systems for record keeping, reporting, and communication purposes
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle challenging situations with empathy and professionalism
• Flexibility to work a shift pattern of 2 days on and 4 days off including evenings, weekends, and

Join us in creating a supportive environment where every child feels valued and empowered. We are committed to fostering your professional growth while providing a positive workplace that celebrates your dedication.

Pay: £29,280.00-£29,856.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Paid training
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• You will need to have a Full driving licence as you will take children to school, activities, family visits and appointments.
• Do you have the right to work in the UK?
• We do not offer sponsorships or switches. Would you require this?
• The role requires you to work 2 days on shift including sleep, and 4 days off. Are you able to commit to this?
• Are you able to attend a 2 week, fully paid induction week commencing 16th November?
• We are looking for someone who enjoys spending time with and joining in with some of the activities with our children, such as football, swimming, bike rides, fishing, jigsaws, board games, arts and crafts etc. You wouldn't be expected to get involved with all of them but some. Would you be happy to do this?

Work Location: In person