Sessional Residential Support Worker

Young Foundations Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in residential care is seeking a Sessional Residential Support Worker to support the developmental needs of young people aged 11 to 18 at Oaklea Grange. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care, working alongside families and social workers to ensure the best outcomes. Opportunities for career development and training are available in a supportive work environment. This position requires an understanding of mental health disorders and a commitment to safeguarding young people's welfare.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career development and training

Enhanced maternity package

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Understanding of child protection issues and procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate sensitivity.
• Experience with young people in care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and meet the needs of young people outlined in care plans.
• Work in partnership with young people, families, and social workers.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of young people is paramount.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate others

Flexibility

Understanding developmental needs

Good communication

Education

Relevant qualifications in Health & Social Care

Job description

Oaklea Grange, Sandy Lane, Hope, Wrexham

Sessional Residential Support Worker

• Sessional

Sessional Support Worker

Oaklea Grange, Sandy Lane, Hope, Wrexham, LL12 9RP

Hours of Week: 0-hour contract

Contract Type: Permanent

Requirements:

• An understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and educational) of young people.
• Child Protection issues and procedures. Social Care Services available to young people and their families
• Working within a team & Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding.
• Ability to motivate self and others to meet time and performance goals.
• Ability to deal with emotional stress.
• Ability to be flexible.
• Good interpersonal skills – relate well to others (young people and staff at all levels).

As a Sessional Support Worker you will:

• Respond to and meet the identified needs of children/young people as outlined in individual care plans and as agreed with the manager.
• To work in partnership with young people, their families, social workers and other relevant agencies, in meeting the needs of young people.
• To ensure that work with children/young people is in keeping with legislative, procedural and good practice requirements.
• To ensure that the safety and welfare of young people is paramount.
• To participate in implementing, monitoring and reviewing children/young people’s care/health and education plans where appropriate and to contribute in planning meetings and reviews as require.
• To understand and be familiar with all relevant legislation guidance policies procedures in relation to safeguarding young people.
• To promote the development of a comfortable physical environment, which is conducive to good social care practice and in line with standards and guidance.

About Oaklea Grange School:

Oaklea Grange aims to meet the needs of children and young people across the continuum of care. Our range of specialist services supports out ambition to provide every child with the care, therapy, and learning they need to ensure they achieve their personal best.

Located in Nr Wrexham Oaklea Grange School accommodated 7 residents/pupils, we support young people from the ages of 11 to 18. We are able to support young people with diagnosed mental health disorders, autism and learning difficulties. Our focus is on delivering clear outcomes for each young person we look after.

Benefits of Working for us:

• A rewarding career you can be truly proud of
• A supportive environment that is committed to helping you flourish and deliver excellent care to the people we support
• Competitive pay
• Career development and training
• Salary Sacrifice
• Enhanced maternity package
• Enhanced annual leave (Omit from Education adverts)
• Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification (Omit from Education adverts)
• Funding towards a Therapeutic Childcare bachelor’s degree (Omit from Education adverts)

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!

Young Foundations is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with our safeguarding policy. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and any other necessary checks.

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Oaklea Grange Sschool aims to meet the needs of children and young people across the continuum of care. Our range of specialist services supports our ambition to provide every child with the care, therapy, and learning they need to ensure they achieve their personal best. Our focus is on delivering clear outcomes for each young person we look after.