Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker

Eleven Eleven Recruitment Ltd; Leiston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker to join a residential home in Leiston. The role involves ensuring the welfare of children, supervising staff, and providing support. A strong commitment to safeguarding and experience in residential childcare are essential. This full-time position offers a starting salary from £30,685.20 and requires a driving licence along with a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or a willingness to pursue it.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working with children.
• A driving licence and access to a car are required.
• Right to work in the UK is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the care and welfare of each child in placement.
• Provide guidance and support to support workers.
• Supervise designated staff members.
• Raise concerns with the Registered Manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Residential childcare experience

Problem-solving

Child-centered approach

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Crisis management

Communication skills

Full driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

Position: Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Job Type: Full-time - 42 hours per week including sleep-ins and waking nights (where required)

Salary: Starting from £30,685.20 (depending on experience)

Eleven 11 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client.

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and students to share this commitment. They strive to ensure that children in their care feel valued and accepted in an environment where they can enjoy life and succeed.

They are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join their team at a residential children\'s home in Leiston. Our client provides residential services for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, in a therapeutic and homely environment.

Their fundamental aim is to provide a safe, supportive, and enriching environment where young people can thrive and reach their full potential. They are committed to helping develop their physical, emotional, and social skills and to building the confidence young people need to succeed.

If you have a child-centred approach and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Experience leading and supervising a team
• Experience in residential childcare
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• A passion for working with children and young people
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and responsibilities
• Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situations
• Excellent communication skills
• Full driving licence
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
• A strong commitment to putting the needs of children, young people, and their families first

Key Responsibilities

1. Take a lead role in ensuring the care and welfare of each child in placement
2. Provide guidance and support to support workers
3. Supervise designated staff members and document this appropriately
4. Raise any concerns with the Registered Manager

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Driving Licence and access to a car
• Right to work in the UK (our client is not able to offer sponsorship)
• 1 year of experience working with children

Preferred:

• 1 year experience in a children\'s home environment
• Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

To apply please call us on (phone number removed) or apply online to (url removed)