Residential support worker

Location Hounslow
Salary £15.77 - 15.77 per hour
Reference 220385

Sanctuary Personnel are looking for a Residential Support Worker to work with Hounslow council. This is a full-time position, and we are paying £15.77 per hour for this role.

The role:

A positive role model for vulnerable young people supporting them within a residential setting. Helping young people make progress towards positive outcomes in relation to health and wellbeing. Setting outstanding standards of practice outlined within the Children’s Homes Regulation 2015.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To contribute to the normal development of the young people through the provision of a healthy lifestyle. 
  • To provide a variety of appropriate stimulating activities and present as a consistent and caring adult role model.
  • To be alert to signs of distress or abuse, and to ensure that the young people are safeguarded.
  • To administer prescribed medication and homely remedies in line with DCC policy and procedure and to undertake training as appropriate.
  • To be sensitive to the needs of individual young people, taking account of race, culture, language, religion, gender, sexual orientation & age.
  • To contribute to care planning, reviews and other meetings as required, and to assist in the implementation and monitoring of care plans.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Qualifications: GCSEs A-C or equivalent including at least English and Maths.
    Educated to A Level standard or equivalent experience.
  • Experience: 2+ years working within a similar role. 
  • Travel: Clean UK driving license with the ability to commute to and from work independently.
  • Hours: 36 hours p/w.
  • DBS

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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