Do you have a passion for working with children, helping them to recover, grow and develop and go on to achieve positive outcomes? Are you interested learning and developing within a therapeutic setting? Working in the Brighton area earning up £26,297 a year, you will be providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for young people.. . Benefits . * Competitive salary inclusive of sleep-in rates.. * Opportunities for professional development and training.. * Supportive team environment. * Medical Insurance. * Free meals whilst on duty. * Longevity is rewarded yearly. . Children Residential Support Worker role: . * Ensuring that a caring and stimulating environment is provided, which takes into account individual developmental needs and enables the young people to reach their potential.. * Planning and preparing activities that meet their needs and stimulates learning and integration.. * Develop a functional approach in young people who are likely to have been rejected or have serious issues in coming to terms with their behaviour.. * Support the young people to have equal opportunities to develop their independence & social skills in preparation for adult life.. * Ensuring placement plans are followed, policies, procedures, risk assessments and rotas are in place and education is supported.. * Dealing with challenging behaviour (verbally abusive, possibly threatening behaviour).. Your skills:. * Hold a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People.. * At least 1 year of UK experience in a similar role.. * Strong understanding of the needs and rights of children and young people in care.. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.. * Ability to work flexibly, including sleep-in shifts as part of the role.. . If you’d like more information or would like a confidential chat about this position please apply or get in contact with Heidi at Search Consultancy on or email . Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.