Senior Residential Support Worker

Service Care; Burnley; In loco; GBP 17.000 - 26.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

£250 Training Allowance

Specialist Consultant support

Daily Payroll Runs

Free Candidate Registrations

Referral and Loyalty Bonus Schemes

Sign-Up Bonus

Free Compliance Checks

Descrizione del lavoro

Service Care is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker in Lancashire to lead daily operations of a children's home. The role involves supervising staff, supporting care planning, safeguarding, and promoting positive outcomes for young people.

You will mentor a residential team and ensure high standards of care, recording details accurately and guiding meetings to stay compliant with policies. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in residential services, a Level 3/4 qualification, and

Competenze

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Residential Children's Services or similar.
• Relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification (e.g., QCF/NVQ) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience working with children with complex needs.
• Strong safeguarding and risk management knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.

Mansioni

• Lead the daily operation of the children's home in line with regulations.
• Provide high-quality shift leadership to the residential team.
• Support colleagues with delivering exceptional care and support.
• Model best practices in residential childcare.
• Assist in managing and reviewing care and safeguarding plans.
• Ensure children's voices are reflected in their care plans.
• Support young people with complex needs and promote positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Facilitate meetings and ensure safeguarding policy compliance.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Safeguarding

Care planning

Mentoring

Team leadership

Formazione

Level 3 or Level 4 qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Residential Support Worker

Are you an experienced Residential Child Care Worker ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join a reputable childrens' residential service across Lancashire. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people while advancing your leadership skills in a supportive environment.

About the Role - Senior Residential Support Worker

As a Senior Residential Support Worker , you will play a vital role in ensuring childrens' safety, wellbeing, and development. Working closely with the Assistant Manager and Registered Manager, you will lead day-to-day operations within the home, providing guidance, support, and mentoring to your team. Your responsibilities include supporting care planning, safeguarding, and promoting positive outcomes for all young people. You will also support young people with complex needs and risks, helping them to build resilience and reach their full potential.

Candidate Responsibilities for the Senior Residential Support Worker

• Lead the daily operation of the childrens' home in line with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015
• Provide high-quality shift leadership to the residential team
• Support colleagues with delivering exceptional care and support
• Model best practices in residential childcare
• Assist in managing and reviewing care and safeguarding plans
• Ensure childrens' voices are heard and reflected in their care plans
• Support young people with complex needs and promote positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Facilitate meetings and ensure compliance with safeguarding policies

  Benefits of Working as a Senior Residential Support Worker

  • £250 Training Allowance
  • Dedicated Specialist Consultant for support
  • Work with over 1000 clients nationwide
  • Daily Payroll Runs
  • Free Candidate Registrations
  • Referral and Loyalty Bonus Schemes
  • Sign-Up Bonus
  • Free Compliance Checks

  Salary - Competitive daily rate, with pay details to be discussed during the application process.

  Candidate Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in Residential Children's Services or similar
  • Relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification (e.g., QCF/NVQ) or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience working with children with complex needs
  • Strong safeguarding and risk management knowledge
  • Excellent leadership and mentoring skills
  • Motivation to make a positive impact on childrens' lives