At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with learning disabilities and autism in a residential setting.
- Company: Join Barnardo's, a leader in disability services for over 40 years.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, flexible working, and discounts on high-street shops.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families.
- Qualifications: Experience with children in residential care and relevant qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
WE ARE SEEKING TO RECRUIT AN ENTHUSIASTIC AND COMMITTED SENIOR RESIDENTIAL PROJECT WORKER 3 TO JOIN OUR CAERN SHORT BREAKS RESIDENTIAL SERVICE. Barnardo's Caern Disability Services consists of three unique Projects who deliver a variety of quality services for young people with learning disabilities and/or autism. We have been doing this for over 40 years. At the Caern Short Breaks Service, we support up to 5 children and young people aged 5‑18 by offering respite and short break packages to them and their families.
Responsibilities
- Promote the happiness, safety and welfare of the young people.
- Actively support children and young people and their families/carers to achieve positive outcomes as identified in the Young People’s Individual Support Plans.
- Responsible for the day‑to‑day running of the house.
- Lead the staff on shift, including rota management, leading practice and ensuring staff are working to high levels of performance in the best interests of the children and young people in our care.
- Supervise staff including Residential Project Workers and other staff.
- Support the Team Manager and Children's Service Manager with ongoing development of the Service.
- Ensure the staff team is fully accepting of the children, offering a professional relationship based on acceptance and informed by the children’s individual needs, wishes and experiences.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience working directly with children and young people in a residential setting.
- Experience supporting children and young people with a learning disability and/or autism.
- Current or working towards an SVQ3 (Children and Young People) and a recognised SSSC qualification relevant to this role (Residential Worker with Supervisory Responsibilities).
Employment Details
- Full‑time position (37 hours).
- Dayshift rota basis, typically 5 out of 7 days including weekends.
- Flexible to meet the needs of the young people and the Service.
- UK residence required, roles based within the UK (exceptions for Jersey/Northern Ireland).
Pay & Benefits
- Pay band and salary range advertised; starting salaries are appointed between the minimum and mid‑point of the pay band.
- Annual leave entitlements: 26 days per annum for new staff, increasing to 27 days after 3 years, 29 days after 5 years, and 30 days after 7 years. Pro‑rated for less than full‑time.
- Option to buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave via the "Buy Your Leave" scheme.
- Family‑friendly leave options including company maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
- Service‑related sick pay from day 1.
- Access to Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution; salary sacrifice available.
- Death‑in‑service cover of 4× annual earnings for all staff contributing to the pension.
- Cycle‑2‑work scheme.
- Interest‑free season‑ticket loans.
- Discounts and cashback from high‑street shops, including supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure and holidays through the Benefit Portal.
- 20% discount at Barnardo's stores.
- Option to purchase a health cash plan for dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
- Free access to round‑the‑clock employee assistance programme.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader and an anti‑racist organisation with Anti‑Racism Commitments and actions in place, and we have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black, Minoritised Ethnic, and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Residential Project Worker 3 employer: Barnardo's Scotland
Barnardo's Scotland is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of disabled children and young people. With a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development, you will have opportunities to grow your skills while working collaboratively with families and partners. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers meaningful engagement and the chance to contribute to transformative support services.
