Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgscare; North East; On-site; GBP 24,429 - 29,858; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave

Training Academy

Excellent health and wellbeing benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Pension scheme

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in the North East is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader to lead a dedicated team in supporting children aged 7 to 17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. In this role, you will mentor and manage new staff, ensuring the best outcomes for the children. A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is essential for this position. The position offers a great work-life balance with condensed shifts and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in Residential Children's Services sector or similar setting.
• Ability to manage challenges and lead a team.
• Strong commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, support and coach new team members.
• Manage shift and lead practitioner responsibilities.
• Collaborate with education, therapy and outdoor teams.

Skills

Passion for helping children

Problem-solving

Mentorship and coaching

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader

Provision: Children's Home, 7 to 17, EBD 3 Bed

Salary: Up to £27,144

Location: Durham

Reporting to: Deputy / Registered Manager

Desired Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR equivalent

The role of Assistant Manager is ideally suited to an:

1. A SRSW looking for a new challenge with a company they can progress with
2. Experienced Residential Support worker who is looking for the next step in their career

Job Overview:

• Senior Residential Support Workers (Also known as Team Leaders) go above and beyond to help children who have experienced a difficult past to forge positive pathways towards a brighter future.
• Shift Pattern: You will work condensed shifts of two days on, and 4 days off with one additional day per month, on average.
• Holiday: 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
• Additional leave: at 2 years and 5 years’ service
• Training Academy: An in-depth induction, welcome program, and fully supported development opportunities.
• Pension: Auto enrolment into the Company pension
• Excellent health and wellbeing benefits
• Discounted gym memberships

Main Responsibilities:

The company’s commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for the children they look after is paramount. Seeking the highest calibre SRSWs who truly have a passion for helping children, as well as the skills and personal qualities to lead others.

Reporting to the Assistant/Deputy Manager, you will be the lead practitioner on shift. You will mentor, support and coach new team members and draw upon your extensive experience to manage any challenges that may arise. No two days are the same. If you enjoy problem-solving and have confidence in your ability to make a difference to a child's life, then please apply.

The homes operate on a ratio of 2:1.

You will work collaboratively with the education, therapy and outdoor teams as well as colleagues from the wider sector, keeping the children at the heart of all you do. You will have the support of a dedicated, compassionate, like-minded team, who are all committed to the achievement and wellbeing of both the children and everyone in the community.

What we are looking for:

You have achieved Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Residential Childcare / Children and Young People’s Workforce. Ideally, you will have experience in the Residential Children's Services sector or have worked in a similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour.

This role offers a great work-life balance with the condensed working rota and sleep-ins, shifts start. Above all, we really want like-minded, passionate people who truly want to make a difference.

🙋🏽♂️ Samuel Goulde

📞 0113 318 0595

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