Bright Young Futures
Residential Support Worker
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Residential Support Worker – £14 per hour – Ilford
Can you combine empathy, resilience and clear boundaries to help young people feel safe, supported and confident about their future?
The Role
Bright Young Futures is looking for a Residential Support Worker to support people within our residential home in Ilford.
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.
We are prioritising full-time applicants, although strong bank candidates may also be considered. Our shift patterns are:
- Day shift: 8:00am – 8:30pm
- Waking night: 8:00pm – 8:30am
Key Responsibilities
As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
- Build positive and professional relationships with young people.
- Provide practical and emotional support during everyday and challenging situations.
- Follow individual care plans and respond as needs change.
- Encourage positive behaviour, independence and healthy decision-making.
- Provide tailored one-to-one key work sessions.
- Support education, apprenticeships, employment and community activities.
- Help young people develop essential everyday life skills.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare information for reviews and meetings.
- Work closely with colleagues and other professionals.
- Follow safeguarding, equality, health and safety and organisational procedures.
- Drive company vehicles when required and in line with policy.
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About Our Company
Bright Young Futures supports vulnerable young people to overcome challenges, build independence and reach their potential. We provide tailored one-to-one guidance, helping young people develop life skills and move towards education, apprenticeships or employment.
The Benefits
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
To succeed as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:
- Secondary education.
- Strong communication and listening skills.
- An understanding of safeguarding and young people's needs.
- Emotional resilience and the ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good written communication and record-keeping skills.
- Previous experience working within a team.
A Level 3 childcare qualification, residential care experience, experience working with children or young people, and a clean driving licence would be advantageous.
What’s Next
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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