Senior Residential Support Worker

SGS Care Ltd; North Shields; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider seeks a Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader for a therapeutic children's home. The role involves mentoring staff, problem-solving, and ensuring the well-being of children aged 7 to 17. The position offers a great work-life balance with condensed shifts and various health benefits.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing benefits

Pension: Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme

Training Academy: In-depth induction and development opportunities

Holiday entitlement: 210 hours

Additional leave after 2 and 5 years of service

Qualifications

• Experience in Residential Children's Services or similar settings preferred.
• Experience working in a therapeutic setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead practitioner on shift, mentoring and supporting new team members.
• Collaborate with education and therapy consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Mentoring

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader

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

Salary: Up to £31,000 Depending on Experience (£13.00 per hour, £60 per sleep, and £120 on-call top-up)

Location: Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne

Reporting to: Deputy / Registered Manager

Desired Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR equivalent OR enrolled on

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 seeking the next step in their career

Note: This is a therapeutic home, and experience working in a therapeutic setting is desirable.

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: Condensed shifts of two days on, four days off, with an additional day per month on average.
• Holiday entitlement: 210 hours
• Additional leave after 2 and 5 years of service
• Training Academy: In-depth induction, welcome program, and fully supported development opportunities.
• Pension: Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing benefits: Excellent options available

Main Responsibilities:

The company's commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children is paramount. We seek high-calibre SRSWs with a passion for helping children, combined with the skills and qualities to lead others.

Reporting to the Assistant/Deputy Manager, you will be the lead practitioner on shift, mentoring, supporting, and coaching new team members. Drawing upon your extensive experience, you'll manage challenges that arise. No two days are the same. If you enjoy problem-solving and making a difference in a child's life, we encourage you to apply.

You will collaborate with education and therapy consultants, as well as colleagues from the wider sector, always keeping the children at the center of your work. You'll have the support of a dedicated, compassionate, and like-minded team committed to the well-being of both the children and the community.

What we are looking for:

Ideally, you have achieved a Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Residential Childcare / Children and Young People’s Workforce. Experience in Residential Children's Services or similar settings working with children with therapeutic needs is preferred.

This role offers a great work-life balance with condensed shifts and sleep-ins. We seek passionate, like-minded individuals who truly want to make a difference.

SGS Care is a consultancy partner working alongside the provider to find top talent.

For more info and a confidential chat, please contact Sam at 01423 393 019 or [e-mail]