Senior residential support worker

FPR Group; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of children's therapeutic services as a Senior Childcare Practitioner. This exciting role offers comprehensive training and genuine career progression, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in young lives. You'll work closely with young people who have experienced trauma, providing them with caring support and guidance. With a flexible shift pattern and a focus on team development, this position is perfect for compassionate individuals looking to grow in a rewarding environment. If you're passionate about helping others and want to be a positive role model, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Additional sleep-in payments

Comprehensive training program

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in children's residential services is essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and ensure legislative guidelines are met.
• Provide reliable support to help young people heal and develop.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Compassionate role model

Education

Experience in children's residential services

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading provider of children's therapeutic services as a Senior Childcare Practitioner. This role offers a comprehensive training program and genuine career progression, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference in young lives.

Why Join Us?

If you're a compassionate, positive role model, this role will strengthen your skills while offering hands-on experience in a rewarding environment. You'll work with young people who have experienced trauma, providing them with reliable, caring support to help them heal, develop, and achieve brighter futures.

What to Expect:

No two days are the same! One day, you might be going swimming, and the next, helping with homework-all while mentoring and guiding young people in their daily lives.

• Shift Pattern: Includes sleep-ins and flexible shifts across 7 days a week. Shifts may start at 10 AM, include a sleep-in, and finish at 10:30 AM the next day, or run from 10 AM to 10:30 PM. Please apply only if you have unrestricted working hours.
• Leadership & Guidance: Lead shifts, ensure legislative guidelines are met, and keep the safety and welfare of young people at the heart of everything you do.
• Team & Personal Development: Be a role model for young people and colleagues, offering guidance and fostering a supportive environment.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in children's residential services
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive, can-do attitude

Salary & Benefits:

• Starting salary: £27,939 - £31,904 per annum (dependent on experience/qualifications)
• Additional sleep-in payments: £60 per sleep-in (average of 7 per month)
• 30 days annual leave

Please note: This company does NOT offer sponsorship.

If you're passionate about making a difference in young lives, click apply today!