Are you an experienced Children’s Residential Support Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference to the lives of children and young people?
We are looking for passionate, resilient and caring individuals to join our children’s residential care team in Crook, County Durham
This role would suit experienced Residential Support Workers, Children’s Support Workers, Residential Childcare Workers, Care Workers, Care Practitioners, Youth Support Workers, Behaviour Support Workers, Therapeutic Support Workers and candidates with experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
If you are someone who can build positive relationships, remain calm under pressure and provide consistent, nurturing support, we would love to hear from you.
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care, support and supervision to children and young people within a specialist residential home.
Every day will be different. You will help create a safe, stable and nurturing environment, support young people through challenges, encourage positive choices and help them develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
You will work as part of a supportive team, following individual care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures and organisational policies to ensure the highest standards of care.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:
Previous experience in children’s residential care is desirable, but we also welcome applications from candidates who have transferable experience and the right attitude.
A full UK driving licence is desirable.
What We Offer
The safety and welfare of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do.
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 All shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose relevant convictions and cautions that are not protected under current filtering legislation.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, employment history verification and other relevant pre-employment checks.
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and are looking for a rewarding career as a Children’s Residential Support Worker, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career in residential childcare.
At Paragon Social Care, our vision, Excellence Through Understanding, encapsulates our dedication to enhancing the lives of the young people we support.
Our Mission is one of holistic nurturing and support, providing a safe haven for our young people. Our skilled and caring staff cater to each individual's needs, leveraging our Trauma Informed and Positive Behaviour Support frameworks. Our young people remain the heart of all we do, and their wellbeing and success are our primary focus.
We are steadfast in our belief that empathic, understanding relationships are crucial in catalysing change. Our specialist staff dedicate themselves to acknowledging and validating each young person’s life experiences, laying the foundations for a trust-filled relationship that can truly make a difference.
Our core endeavour is to instill within each young person the values necessary for a flourishing life:
• A culture of healthy choices.
• Self-confidence and self-worth.
• Good physical and emotional health.
• Healthy relationships in all spheres of life.
• A safe environment to explore and reach their full potential.
Our supportive team offers a safe, nurturing environment that is warm, stimulating, and child centred. We aim to foster an atmosphere that is welcoming, encouraging, aspirational, and consistent, allowing our young people to feel at home and motivated towards their goals.
Our staff group embodies our vision of Excellence Through Understanding. They are the beacon of patience, love, adaptability, diversity, and a holistic approach, forming trusted relationships with the young people we support.
In essence, Paragon Social Care is more than just a support organisation – we are a community driven by a shared vision of understanding and excellence.
