At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with social and emotional needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Bay View, an outstanding children's home in Heysham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, sleep-in payments, pension, and wellbeing programmes.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for progression and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children or willingness to obtain it.
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Responsible to: Registered Manager
Location: Heysham, Morecambe
Salary: £27,750.53 with the potential to earn up to £34,470.53 with sleep-in shifts
We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker to join our established residential team at Bay View. Based in one of our family-style children's homes in Heysham, Morecambe, you'll support up to four young people aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive in a safe, secure and nurturing environment. Our homes are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted, and you'll play a key role in maintaining these high standards.
Main Purpose of the Role
- Deliver high-quality care and support to children and young people within the home
- Help achieve the best outcomes for each child through effective care planning, key work sessions and risk assessments
- Provide leadership and guidance to support best practice in childcare
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and company policies
- Promote Bay View's values and contribute to the continuous improvement of care standards
- Support regulatory requirements, including Regulation 44 visits
Essential Criteria
- If you do not already hold the required qualification, you will be expected to undertake and complete a relevant Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children and Young People or Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years
- Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and accompanying guidance and regulations, the Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015
- A full UK driving licence
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus up to £6,720 in sleep-in payments, typically based on 6-8 sleep-ins per month at £70 per sleep-in
- Regular supervisions
- Company pension
- Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme
- Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision
- Comprehensive training followed by an ongoing CPD programme
- Opportunities for progression
Bay View is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Bay View is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Senior Residential Support Worker employer: Bay View Childcare
Bay View Childcare, part of the Polaris Community, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff. Located in Slyne, Lancaster, we offer a supportive work culture, competitive salary with bonus potential, and ample opportunities for professional growth in the residential childcare sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career in a nurturing environment.
