Residential Support Workers

EduTalent are working with a specialist residential setting in Eastbourne that supports children and young people aged 818 with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This nurturing therapeutic environment is designed to help young people feel safe build independence and achieve positive outcomes through a holistic and person-centred approach. The setting provides tailored support across two residential areas to meet a range of needs from developing independence skills to supporting young people with more complex requirements.

As a Residential Support Worker you will play a key role in providing high-quality care emotional support and guidance to help young people thrive both in the residential environment and alongside their education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consistent compassionate care and support to young people aged 818
  

• Promote emotional wellbeing independence and positive behaviour
  

• Support daily routines including personal care mealtimes activities and bedtime routines
  

• Build trusting professional relationships with young people using a therapeutic approach
  

• Work in line with PACE principles (Playfulness Acceptance Curiosity Empathy)
  

• Implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies and trauma-informed practices
  

• Support communication using tools such as Makaton and PECS where required
  

• Work collaboratively with education and in-house therapeutic teams
  

• Maintain accurate records reports and safeguarding documentation
  

• Ensure the home environment remains safe structured and nurturing
  

• Participate in team meetings handovers and training
  

Requirements

Essential:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH and/or ASD
  

• A caring resilient and patient approach
  

• Ability to work shifts between 7am11pm on a rota basis
  

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
  

• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
  

Desirable:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
  

• Knowledge of PACE PBS PRICE or trauma-informed care
  

• Experience in residential childcare or specialist education settings
  

Benefits