Residential Support Worker

Could you be a positive role model for young people and have the passion and commitment to make a difference?
SportFit is looking for caring children's Residential Support Workers to join the team at our new 3-4 bed children's home in New Milton.

The role
You'll be committed to providing our young people with a safe, supportive and nurturing environment and being a consistent role model in their lives.

As Residential Support Worker you'll be:

• Caring and compassionate

• Bringing fun and laughter into the home

• There to support children through the good times and the tough times

• Helping children feel good about themselves and encourage them to try new things

• Listening when children want to talk

• Celebrating their achievements

• Supporting young people towards independent living

• Assisting in developing their self-belief and coping skills

• Working collaboratively with colleagues and family members in meeting children's needs

• Supporting and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of all aspects in the home including cooking, cleaning and finances

• Ensuring that the needs of the young people are being met and review and record any changes to those needs

The ideal candidate
You'll have:

• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification is desirable; however training will be available

• Experience of supporting vulnerable young people within a residential care environment, or similar youth worker experience

• You will be compassionate, resilient, committed to being a positive role model and confident in managing challenging behaviours

• Flexible and able to work a residential care rota which includes evening, weekends and holiday periods and sleep ins

• Hold a valid UK driving licence

About us
Based in Hampshire and Dorset, SportFit offers bespoke support for 16-19-year-olds with developmental delays, a background in abuse or family relationship breakdowns. We provide help with independent living, domiciliary care, activity support and emergency and respite care.

Here's what you get from working for us:

• Commitment to high-quality support, training and continued professional development

• Fully funded, professional training (Diploma Level 4 for Residential Childcare for all Support Workers)

• Readily available overtime

• Supportive staff group with a focus on teamwork, employee well-being and engagement

• Competitive salary

• High-quality homes with high staff-to-individual ratios

• Free parking and meals

• Life assurance and critical illness

• Health Cashback Scheme

• Employee Referral Bonus - £500

• £50 sleep-in rate

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £22,464.00-£23,100.00 per year