Therapeutic Support Worker- Children -

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and progression opportunities? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. I am working with a respected organisation that provides residential care for children and young people. Based Keighley, West Yorkshire

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from candidates who require sponsorship for this role.

This home supports children who have come from traumatic backgrounds in a therapeutic way and is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and trauma-informed environment where every child can thrive.

I am looking for candidates with experience working with children or young people in settings such as residential children's care, SEN, youth work, education, social care, family support, foster care, mental health services, behavioural and emotional support, or care leavers services.

You will need:

• A genuine passion for helping vulnerable children and young people achieve positive outcomes
• Flexibility and commitment to work shifts, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins
• Experience working with children or young people within an Ofsted-regulated setting
• A calm, resilient and relationship-focused approach, with the ability to build trust and support children through challenges
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, families and external professionals
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle if required for the role

What's on Offer:

• Full-time permanent contract with a salary of £29,113 - £30,565 pro rata and £43.90 per sleep-in
• Excellent induction, training, ongoing support and regular supervision
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a well-established organisation
• Group personal pension scheme
• Work for an Investors in People and Mindful Employer accredited organisation

• Work as part of a trauma-informed care team
• Uphold high standards of safeguarding and child protection
• Encourage children to participate in decisions affecting their lives
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals