Action for Children

Residential Support Worker

High Wycombe

£25.9k/yr

Posted about 17 hours ago

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Role: Residential Support Worker (Waking Nights)

Salary: Up to £25,949.00 per annum (pro-rata)

Contract/Hours: Permanent – 30 hours a week

Shifts are 9.30pm to 7.30am (Waking Nights) you will work 3 of these a week.

Benefits:

Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave and the option to buy or sell leave
Excellent training and the opportunity to undertake professional training for some roles
Flexible maternity, paternity and adoption packages
Up to 5% employer contribution and life assurance cover
Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts at 15,000 national retailers

At Action for Children, we offer more than just a job. Join us and you’ll be part of a team dedicated to giving children safe and happy childhoods. See how your skills can make a real difference, helping solve the problems children and young people face every day.

A bit about the role

Our Residential Support Workers create a safe and supportive environment for children and young people to grow and develop. You will ensure their wellbeing is prioritised by delivering personalised care, guidance, and advocacy. It is key that they stay safe and healthy and can reach their full potential.

In return we will offer you amazing opportunities to progress within our organisation.

Once you have gained the relevant experience and qualifications you will be ready to progress to the next step in your career with us.

About the service

The Vines is situated in High Wycombe, just minutes off the M40, 20 minutes off the M25 and well served by the local public transport network. In this warm and welcoming house, we provide residential short breaks that support children and young people with learning disabilities aged 11 to 19 who have complex behavioural needs.

We are looking for a Residential Support Worker for Waking Night shifts, to join our fun and supportive team, who can bring their experience, can-do attitude, and passion with them and help maintain the high standards already set by our wonderful team!

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How you'll help to create brighter futures

Provide lead case/care planning management, including assessing, reviewing, and managing risk.
Co-ordinating responsibilities within the service, with multi agency and producing family information, including analysis and written reports.
Attendance at professional meetings including reviews, and court work.
Leading shifts with the primary aim of the provision of a high-quality service.
Supervise and guide staff as required, in accordance with our policies and procedures.
Lead by example with the application of our policy procedures and professional practice standards and in line with registration requirements

Let's talk about you.

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
Experience and training in safeguarding.
An innovative and creative approach to problem solving.
Experience of developing tailored care plans
The ability to create a safe and fun environment for both staff and children in the home and in the community.
Flexibility to work night shifts

Why Action for Children?

Every child should have a loving home, food, warmth, the chance to grow and learn - the support to cope with life’s challenges. But too many children don’t. By bringing your passion and unique skills and experience, you’ll help us change that where it really matters.

We've been driven by love to take action for children for over 150 years, giving them the protection and practical help they need. A lot’s changed since 1869. But what children really need, hasn’t. So as long as children need us, we’ll be here.

Will you join us?

Help with your application

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

If you require any support with the application process, please contact Sarah Manderfield at recruitmentservice@actionforchildren.org.uk quoting reference 13426

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Diversity, equality and inclusion

At Action for Children, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive. We know that racism and discrimination create barriers, and we’re taking active steps to challenge these inequalities in our organisation and in the communities we serve.

We strongly welcome applications from people who are Black, Asian, or from other racialised and ethnically marginalised communities, as well as disabled people, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce. We are committed to removing barriers in our recruitment processes and ensuring fair access to opportunities.

We also encourage applications from men, who are under‑represented in our Children’s Services roles. We recognise that people hold multiple identities, and we value the richness this brings to our team.