Senior Residential Support Worker. Job in Leicester Education & Training Jobs

Hargate Healthcare LTD; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker in Leicester. The role demands experience in an Ofsted-regulated home and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Responsibilities include providing leadership and meeting the needs of children and young people. The position offers benefits such as annual appraisal bonuses, paid training, and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Paid Christmas party

Extra annual leave for birthday

Company pension scheme

Annual appraisal bonus

Overtime rate

Employment assistance scheme

Qualifications

• 2 years experience working in an Ofsted-regulated children's residential setting.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding.
• Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Experience in Ofsted-regulated children's home

Leadership qualities

Knowledge of safeguarding and care regulations

Strong commitment to positive outcomes

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Level 5 desirable

Job description

Overview

Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Home
Location: Leicester
Salary: Up to £36k + £6k sleep ins
Hours: Full-Time Permanent

Do you have hands-on experience in an Ofsted-regulated children's home and a passion for supporting young people to thrive?

We are looking for a committed and proactive Senior Residential Support Worker to join a friendly team in a children's residential home. Please note: 2 years experience of working in an Ofsted-regulated home is essential for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced individual with a NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) looking to develop their skills and contribute to a high-quality, child-focused service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care, which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued
• Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required.
• Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date

Essential Requirements

• Experience working in an Ofsted-regulated children's residential setting is essential.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, care regulations and relevant legislation.
• Leadership qualities with a supportive and resilient approach.
• A strong commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

What We Offer

• All pay increases need to be demonstrated by the RM that a staff member is meeting all of the above criteria to progress to the next band, targets must be set out clearly within PDPs and yearly appraisals.
• All pay increases will take place twice yearly, in March or October.
• Any staff completing their probation will receive their increment at the earliest month either March or October. i.e. if you pass your probation in August, you will get your increment in October.
• Paid Christmas party
• Extra 8 hrs annual leave for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Paid Face to Face training
• Annual Appraisal Bonus, Probation Bonus, Ofsted Bonus
• Payment for referring a friend, this will be paid after they have completed their first shift
• Employment assistance scheme.
• Overtime rate of £2.50 extra

How to Apply

Please hit the apply button and send a CV outlining your relevant experience.