Children's Support Worker | Residential Home

S.N.G HEALTHCARE LIMITED; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay £60

40 hours per week

Full-time contract

Training & development

Supportive management

Job summary

S.N.G HEALTHCARE LIMITED in Ellesmere Port is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker to care for children and young people in a dedicated residential home. You will provide safe, person-centred support and help create a nurturing, stable environment.

The role requires safeguarding knowledge, ability to work independently and in a team, and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or related qualification is desirable; driving licence preferred.

Qualifications

• Positive, caring and compassionate approach to delivering high-quality childcare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Driving licence preferred for travel to cases/outings.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective, person-centred care to children and young people.
• Promote safeguarding and support care plans.
• Build positive relationships with young people, families and professionals.
• Complete accurate daily logs and relevant documentation.

Skills

Caring attitude

Team player

Flexible

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Support Worker | Residential Home

Location: Whiston
Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour, plus £60 per sleep-in (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Shifts: 2 on, 4 off, including sleep-in
Shift Times: Long day shifts with sleep-in as part of the rota

Please note: We do not hold licences to support overseas candidates. You must have previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home or a similar residential childcare setting as a Residential Support Worker.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experiencedResidential Support Worker to join a Children's Residential Home located in Ellesmere Port, supporting children and young people with a range of emotional and behavioural needs.

This role is suitable for candidates commuting fromChester, Ellesmere Port, Neston, Frodsham, Helsby, Runcorn, Winsford, Northwich and surrounding areas.

As an experienced Residential Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing safe, effective and person-centred care while supporting children and young people in their daily lives. You will help create a nurturing, stable and positive environment where young people feel valued, supported and able to achieve their goals.

You will play a key role in promoting safeguarding, supporting care plans and building positive relationships with young people, families, colleagues and external professionals to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.

Requirements:

• A positive, caring and compassionate approach to delivering high-quality childcare
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• A motivated, flexible and proactive approach to work
• Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Children and Young People's Workforce or Residential Childcare is desirable
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home or similar residential childcare setting
• Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with young people
• Ability to complete accurate records, daily logs and relevant documentation
• Full UK driving licence
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without s p o n s o r s h i p

Benefits:

• £13.00 - £14.00 per hour
• £60 per sleep-in shift
• Structured 2 on, 4 off rota
• Full-time contract (40 hours per week)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within children's residential care
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people

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