Senior Support Worker - Children-s Residential Care

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established childrens 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 £35,000and 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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