At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality care and support to children in a residential setting.
- Company: Established children's residential care provider with a focus on quality support.
- Benefits: Minimum salary of £35,000 plus additional benefits.
- Other info: Flexible working patterns with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while mentoring junior staff.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential care and a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established children's residential care provider, delivering high-quality support to children and young people.
Role Summary
You will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support within a residential setting, acting as a mentor for junior staff and supporting children's emotional and developmental needs.
Remuneration
This role offers a minimum salary of £35,000 and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Delivering a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
- Leading shifts and supporting junior staff to follow best practice and organisational policies.
- Assisting children with daily routines, including personal care, nutrition, and health appointments.
- Administering medication in line with organisational policies.
- Supporting children's participation in leisure, educational, and community activities.
- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning and case files.
- Participating in training, supervision, and continuous professional development.
- Acting as a role model and mentor, promoting a positive and collaborative team culture.
- Undertaking flexible working patterns, including sleep-in duties and 24-hour rota shifts.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Residential Childcare Worker, Children's Support Worker, Therapeutic Care Practitioner, Support Practitioner, Children's Care Worker, Children's Care Assistant or in a similar role.
- Have 2 years of experience in residential Children's home or in a similar setting.
- Experience supporting children or young people in residential care or similar settings.
- Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and relevant legislation.
- Full UK/EU driving licence and enhanced DBS clearance.
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