JM Workforce Services are currently working with a well-respected and emerging Children's Social Care provider based in Rochdale to recruit a Children's Senior Support Worker for a Children's home.
Please be aware you must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Children's Senior Support Worker to lead shifts and ensure the highest standards of care for children in a residential setting. The role involves planning and managing shifts, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, and providing leadership and support to the care team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Plan, manage, and lead shifts, ensuring children are kept safe and engaged.
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care at all times.
* Be flexible, consistent, reflective, and creative in your engagement with the young people.
* Sleep overnight at the home as required.
* Work flexibly, including office hours, early mornings, late nights, regular weekends, and bank holidays.
* Manage all risks in line with company policies and procedures.
* Communicate effectively with the team regarding daily plans.
* Provide reports and documentation reflecting the progress of the young people using paperless systems.
* Review the young people's care plans and other associated documentation.
* Attend staff meetings and proactively develop and improve the service model.
* Act as an advocate for the young people while using a positive parenting model.
Job Requirements
* Level 3 / 4 in Residential Childcare (preferred)
* Full UK Driving License
* Clean DBS
* Commitment to ongoing professional development to support the needs of our young people.
* Clear passion and desire to support children and young people.
Compensation and Benefits
* Competitive salary - + plus sleep-in allowance
* Generous remuneration for sleep-in shifts
* Casual dress
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Full-time, permanent
Pay: £12.65 - £14.50 p / h
Expected hours: 40 hours per week plus sleeps
Schedule: Day shift, Night shift, Overtime
Experience: Residential Childcare – 1 year (preferred)
Licence / Certification: Driving Licence (essential), Level 3 / 4 Residential Childcare or Equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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