Senior Residential Support Worker Children

Description:

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker Children

Location: Northampton, UK

Salary: £36,000 per annum + £6,000 for sleep-ins

Employment Type: Permanent

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team in Northampton. As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children in a residential setting. This is a full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and support to children in a residential setting
• Ensure the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the children
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for the children
• Develop and implement care plans for each child, in collaboration with other team members
• Act as a positive role model for the children and promote their independence and life skills
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and supervision sessions
• Support and guide junior staff members in their roles
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals as required
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working with children in a residential setting
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Knowledge of child development and safeguarding procedures
• Flexible approach to work, including willingness to work sleep-ins and weekends
• Valid UK driver's license and access to a vehicle

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team as a Senior Residential Support Worker Children in Northampton.