Senior Residential Care Lead — Inspire & Support Young People

The Smart List; Northampton; On-site; GBP 19,186 - 25,118; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sleep-in allowances

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A dedicated childcare service provider in Northampton is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to support children aged seven to eighteen. This role involves leading shifts, providing direct care, and promoting activities. Applicants should have an NVQ Level 3 in childcare and at least two years of experience working with children facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Offering competitive salary and benefits including sleep-in allowances and the opportunity to make a difference in young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years working with children and young people with emotional and behavioral difficulties.
• Experience in using attachment aware and therapeutic approaches.
• Flexible to work shifts and up to 2 sleep-ins per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to staff and young people.
• Lead shifts and be on call supporting the manager.
• Provide direct care and promote activities for children.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Compassionate and empathic manner

Education

NVQ Level 3/Diploma in a childcare qualification

Job description

A dedicated childcare service provider in Northampton is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to support children aged seven to eighteen. This role involves leading shifts, providing direct care, and promoting activities. Applicants should have an NVQ Level 3 in childcare and at least two years of experience working with children facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Offering competitive salary and benefits including sleep-in allowances and the opportunity to make a difference in young people's lives.