Lead Residential Support Worker – Mental Health Home

Barnardo's; Coalville; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's charity in Coalville is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to join their new Mental Health Residential Home. The role involves building nurturing relationships with children & young people, leading a team of Residential Support Workers, and ensuring safeguarding policies are adhered to. Candidates must possess a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and have relevant experience. This full-time permanent position requires flexibility to commit to shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with children & young people.
• At least 1 year supervisory experience in a residential care setting.
• Flexibility to commit to shift work including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and develop nurturing relationships with service users.
• Lead and support Residential Support Workers.
• Document information accurately and ensure records are updated.

Skills

Experience working with children

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of safeguarding policies

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

A children's charity in Coalville is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to join their new Mental Health Residential Home. The role involves building nurturing relationships with children & young people, leading a team of Residential Support Workers, and ensuring safeguarding policies are adhered to. Candidates must possess a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and have relevant experience. This full-time permanent position requires flexibility to commit to shifts including weekends.