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

Hargate Healthcare LTD; Northampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's residential care provider in Northampton seeks a Senior Residential Support Worker to lead a team and ensure high-quality care for young people. This role requires 2 years of experience in an Ofsted-regulated setting and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Responsibilities include supporting care workers and meeting children's needs. Competitive salary up to £36k plus additional benefits.

Benefits

Paid Christmas party

Extra annual leave for birthday

Company pension scheme

Paid training

Annual appraisal bonus

Referrals bonus

Overtime rate increase

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in an Ofsted-regulated children’s residential setting is essential.
• Must have sound knowledge of safeguarding and care regulations.
• Strong leadership qualities with a supportive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure physical, emotional, and social needs of children are met.
• Develop positive relationships with children and their families.

Skills

Experience in Ofsted-regulated home

Leadership qualities

Commitment to positive outcomes

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma (desirable)

Job description

Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Location: Northampton
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.