Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

The Esland Group Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Barnsley is seeking a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to provide therapeutic care for children. The role involves ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and engaging children in various activities to improve their outcomes. Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Competitive salary and progression opportunities available.

Benefits

Routes for progression

Paid induction training

Access to a company app for discounts and support

Day off for birthday

Access to holiday home in the Peak District

Qualifications

• A minimum of 12 months experience in a children's residential care home.
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions.
• Values in line with a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, supportive care to children.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations.
• Engage children in educational and recreational activities.

Skills

Experience in children's residential care home

Therapeutic approach

Knowledge of Ofsted regulations

Full driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

Department: Residential

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cherry Blossom - Barnsley

Reporting To: lesa harrison

Compensation: £34,084 - £36,264 / year

Description

Are you an experienced children's support worker who is looking for a new adventure?

Salary: up to £36264.00 per annum. Based on £12.95 to £14.60 per hour (dependant on qualification) and £60 per sleep. Opportunities to pick up extra shifts. Overtime paid at an enhanced rate.

Hours: 2 days on, 4 days off shift pattern (with sleep nights). We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Rotas given in advance.

Esland are driven to changing children’s lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can give our children the best quality care and allow them to achieve amazing outcomes!

Essential requirements for a Senior Children's Home Support Worker:

• A minimum 12 months experience in a children's residential care home
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• A full driving licence issued in the UK
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions
• In depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice
• Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare
• Due to industry regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or above

We know our teams make a big difference and we want them to feel rewarded for their hard work and dedication!

Benefits of becoming a Senior Support Worker at Esland:

• We offer routes for progression and the opportunity to complete Level 4/5 Residential Childcare qualifications.
• We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training
• You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!

The role:

Cerry Blossom is a solo home, offering crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. Our young people receive the highest quality residential care, as well as taking part in educational and recreational activities such as bowling, ice skating, visits to trampoline parks and cinema trips.

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

For more information about Esland, visit www.esland.co.uk