Senior Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Wirral; In loco; GBP 34.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary with sleep shift

Funded training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for a children’s residential home in Wirral. The role leads the care team, supports day-to-day operations, and ensures high standards of safeguarding and regulatory compliance while supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

You will work closely with the Deputy and Home Manager, supervising staff, promoting development, and maintaining meticulous records.

Competenze

• Proven experience in a senior care role.
• Strong knowledge of OFSTED regulations and standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts including one sleep shift per week.

Mansioni

• Support the Deputy and Home Manager in daily operations of the home.
• Assist children with EBD and managing challenging behaviours.
• Lead, motivate, and supervise care staff.
• Encourage and facilitate staff training and development.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with OFSTED standards and other regulatory frameworks.
• Support children and young people in a person-centred manner.

Conoscenze

Senior care experience

OFSTED knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Formazione

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Wirral, Merseyside

£38,000 + £70 per sleep, Full-Time

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people? Join a dedicated team as a Senior/Deputy Manager in a high-quality children’s residential care home. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and support vulnerable young individuals in a nurturing environment.

About the Role

As Senior Residential Support Worker, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of a children’s home that specialises in supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). You will work closely with the Deputy and Home Manager to uphold high standards of care, lead and motivate the care team, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Your work will have a direct impact on the wellbeing and development of the children in your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy and Home Manager in daily operations of the home
• Assist children with EBD and managing challenging behaviours
• Lead, motivate, and supervise care staff
• Encourage and facilitate staff training and development
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with OFSTED standards and other regulatory frameworks
• Support children and young people in a person-centred manner

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior care role
• Strong knowledge of OFSTED regulations and standards
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Flexibility to work a mixture of shifts, including approximately one sleep shift per week
• Relevant care qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 4 or equivalent)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with sleep shift payments
• Funded training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career advancement

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will undergo relevant DBS checks, and the organisation’s safeguarding procedures will be followed throughout the employment process.

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.