Job Introduction
Are you a resilient, empathetic and experienced support worker, ready to take on a deeply rewarding challenge? We are looking for dedicated professionals, to join our specialist team providing high-quality, trauma-informed care, for young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
About the Role
You will be part of a close-knit, multi-disciplinary team working in a secure, therapeutic environment. Your role will be to implement a detailed Individual Behaviour Support Plan (IBSP), ensuring the young person’s safety, wellbeing and personal development. This is a highly specialised role, requiring consistency, emotional intelligence and a strong commitment to trauma-informed practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and supervision in line with Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
- Build a trusting, professional relationship with the young person, offering emotional coaching and acting as a positive role model
- Implement behaviour support strategies and risk assessments with precision and consistency
- Proactively de-escalate crises using techniques such as distraction, diversion and offering choices
- Use physical intervention (PMVA) only as a last resort, ensuring it is the least restrictive and always in the young person’s best interests
- Supporting young people by engaging in their interests
- Maintain accurate records and incident reports
- Participate in handovers, team meetings, supervision and reflective practice
- Collaborate with professionals across CAMHS, social work and education
Essential Experience:
- Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in a Children’s Residential setting
- Proven experience supporting young people with severe self-harming behaviours and trauma-related challenges
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (Ofsted, CQC) and relevant legislation (Children’s Act 1989)
- Strong report writing and record-keeping skills
Essential Skills & Knowledge:
- Excellent communication and de-escalation skills
- Understanding of attachment theory and developmental trauma
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Strong team-working and multi-agency collaboration skills
- High levels of resilience, patience and ethical integrity
Essential Qualifications:
- Current PMVA certification with understanding of least restrictive principles
- Up-to-date safeguarding training
Desirable Training (or Provided):
- Self-harm and suicidal ideation support
- Ligature training
- Trauma-informed practice
Ready to Join Us?
If you are passionate about making a lasting impact in a young person’s life and have the experience and heart to match, we would love to hear from you.
