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Senior Residential Support Worker
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established company providing specialist residential care for children and young people with complex needs.
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will be providing direct care and taking a senior role in the day-to-day running of the home, while supporting the development of the wider care team.
This full-time permanent role offers a salary of £30,000 plus £60 per sleep-in and benefits. No sponsorship provided.
We are also seeking a Residential Support Worker with a salary of £26,000 plus £60 per sleep-in.
Responsibilities
- Providing day-to-day care and support to children with learning disabilities, maintaining their safety, dignity, and wellbeing
- Taking a lead role in the daily operation of the home and supporting management decisions
- Planning and engaging children in activities, play, cooking, and community-based activities
- Supervising and supporting members of the care team
- Assisting with shift planning and team development
- Supporting children with their educational and health needs
- Completing household, health, and safety, and general maintenance tasks
- Maintaining individual risk assessments and ensuring they are followed
- Acting as a key worker for allocated children
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Candidates Considered
Senior Residential Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Senior Residential Care Practitioner, Residential Care Practitioner, Residential Childcare Worker, Children’s Support Worker, Care worker, Keyworker, Care Assistant, or in a similar role.
What We Are Looking For
- Prior experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare / Children and Young People qualification
- A genuine commitment to supporting and nurturing children and young people
- A full UK manual driving licence
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- £60 payment for each sleep-in
- Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half
- Additional leave opportunities
- Birthday rewards, including additional time off
- Employee recognition and referral schemes
- Company pension
- Free or discounted food while on shift
- Funded DBS and Update Service
- On-site parking
- Flexible working opportunities, including part-time options
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development
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This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker to further their career while making a meaningful difference to the lives of young people with learning disabilities.
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