Residential Support Worker

Job Description

Residential Support Worker – £14 per hour – Ilford

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Can you combine empathy, resilience and clear boundaries to help young people feel safe, supported and confident about their future?

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The role

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Bright Young Futures is looking for a Residential Support Worker to support people within our residential home in Ilford.

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You will be a consistent and trusted presence, helping young people through challenges, encouraging independence and supporting them to recognise what they are capable of.

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We are prioritising full-time applicants, although strong bank candidates may also be considered.

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Our shift patterns are:

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• Day shift: 8:00am – 8:30pm

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• Waking night: 8:00pm – 8:30am

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Key Responsibilities

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As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

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• Build positive and professional relationships with young people.

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• Provide practical and emotional support during everyday and challenging situations.

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• Follow individual care plans and respond as needs change.

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• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and healthy decision-making.

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• Provide tailored one-to-one key work sessions.

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• Support education, apprenticeships, employment and community activities.

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• Help young people develop essential everyday life skills.

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• Maintain accurate records and prepare information for reviews and meetings.

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• Work closely with colleagues and other professionals.

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• Follow safeguarding, equality, health and safety and organisational procedures.

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• Drive company vehicles when required and in line with policy.

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About our company

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Bright Young Futures supports vulnerable young people to overcome challenges, build independence and reach their potential.

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We provide tailored one-to-one guidance, helping young people develop life skills and move towards education, apprenticeships or employment.

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The Benefits

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You will receive training appropriate to your role, with opportunities to continue developing your knowledge and skills as part of an experienced team.

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The person

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To succeed as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:

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• Secondary education.

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• Strong communication and listening skills.

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• An understanding of safeguarding and young people's needs.

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• Emotional resilience and the ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly.

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• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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• Good written communication and record-keeping skills.

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• Previous experience working within a team.

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A Level 3 childcare qualification, residential care experience, experience working with children or young people, and a clean driving licence would be advantageous.

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What’s next

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If you are looking for a Residential Support Worker role where your support can make a real difference to a young person's future, apply today.

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