Senior Residential Support Worker - Contextual Safeguarding Home (23706)

Barnardo's; Hinckley; Vor Ort; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Barnardo's in Hinckley is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to lead a safeguarding-focused team and support children and young people aged 8-18. You will supervise Residential Support Workers, collaborate with families and external professionals, and contribute to a nurturing, safe home environment.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete), a valid UK driving licence, and experience in supervising within residential care.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a valid UK driving licence.
• Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or willingness to complete within timeframe.
• Experience working with children and young people.
• Over 1 year supervisory/shift-leading experience in residential care.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and practices.

Aufgaben

• Build trusted, nurturing relationships with children and young people.
• Lead, guide and support Residential Support Workers in daily duties.
• Collaborate with families, carers and external professionals to achieve outcomes.
• Contribute to smooth home operations including household tasks and reporting.
• Uphold safeguarding policies at all times and promote a safe environment.

Kenntnisse

Driving licence

Experience with children and young peo

Supervisory experience

Ausbildung

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire Full-time | Permanent

Are you ready for a rewarding new challenge? Do you have experience supporting children and young people and a passion for helping them reach their full potential?

Barnardo's is seeking a committed and compassionate Senior Residential Support Worker to join our new Contextual Safeguarding Home, Hopes Place, in Hinckley. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative service supporting some of Leicestershire's most vulnerable children and young people.

About the Service

As the UK's largest children's charity, Barnardo's is working in partnership with Leicestershire County Council to develop and deliver a range of residential homes across the county.

Hopes Place our beautiful new home in Hinckley support children & young people between 8-18 years facing risks around exploitation, by identifying and responding to harm and abuse posed to them outside of their home environment and understanding the importance of intervention. The service provide up to 3 service users at any one-time opportunities to enjoy different experiences, establish friendships and develop confidence, independence and social/emotional skills..

Some of the responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Build trusted, nurturing relationships that promote children's wellbeing, independence, and strengths.
• Lead, guide, and support Residential Support Workers in their daily duties.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the home, including household tasks such as cooking and maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of information and reports.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
• Promote a safe, caring, and supportive environment for children and colleagues.
• Act as a positive role model, helping young people develop valuable life and social skills.

Essential requirements to evidence in your written application:

• A valid UK driving licence.
• A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare, or willingness to complete the qualification within the required timeframe.
• Experience working with children and young people.
• At least one year's experience in a supervisory or shift-leading role within a residential care setting.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding practices and procedures.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, vacancies may close before the advertised closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.