Residential Support Worker

eRecruitSmart; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring organization in Maidstone seeks a Senior Residential Support Worker to provide high-quality care to children. This role involves supporting the care team and fostering children's development. Candidates should have experience in residential care, hold a Level 3 Diploma, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Benefits

Excellent salary including sleep allowance and bonus

Investment in training including Level 5 Diploma

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in 'Good' or 'Outstanding' graded homes.
• Full UK driving license.
• Commitment to training and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high emotional and physical care for children.
• Support children in education and personal development.
• Supervise Residential Care Practitioners.

Skills

Experience in residential childcare

Effective communication skills

Resilience

Ability to commit to flexible working

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare

Job description

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our clients fantastic, fun and highly committed team at their beautiful new children’s home in Maidstone, Kent. A full job specification will be provided on application.

If you are ready to develop your talents to their fullest extent within a supportive team then apply today!

About the company

Our client is a progressive, meritocratic and growing company who empower their children to develop a deep sense of belonging, trust and self-belief, providing them with the best possible living experiences and life chances. Each child’s unique journey of healing and growth is supported by their empathetic, skilled and committed team of professionals through trauma-informed, personalised care.

About the role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will have the opportunity to progress into a Children's Home Deputy Manager position.

You will be responsible for supporting Residential Care Practitioners and be accountable to the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager and your responsibilities will include :

• Provide the highest standard of emotional and physical care to the children in line with all legislative and regulatory requirements
• Develop strong bonds with the children, fulfilling the role of Coach with responsibility for Placement Plans
• Support children in making meaningful, continuous improvements in every area of their lives including helping with education, giving them tools to manage difficult thoughts and emotions, organising activities, and helping to instil healthy and positive habits
• Undertake on a regular basis a specific area of administrative work as required

About you

In the role of Senior Residential Support Worker, you must be / have :

• Experience working as a Senior Residential Support Worker or Residential Support Worker in ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ graded homes
• Hold the Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare
• Full UK driving license
• Be resilient, kind, and prepared to go above and beyond for the children
• Be commitment to further relevant training and personal development
• Effective communication skills set both verbally and in writing
• Able to commit to flexible working

About the rewards

For the role of Senior Residential Support Worker, you will receive :

• An excellent salary of £32,500 per year including sleep allowance and bonus
• Be part of a company that genuinely values and invests in its people for the long-term through excellent training including Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
• Be part of a mission-driven team with core values of passion, togetherness, openness, and continuous improvement
• Have the opportunity to progress into a Children's Home Deputy Manager position

How to apply

Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Senior Residential Support Worker on behalf of the Hiring Company and your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to. Please only apply if you consent to these terms.

You must have eligibility to work in the UK. Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted. If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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