Senior Residential Support Worker (OFSTED Children’s Residential Home)
Salary package of £31,000 - £33,000 excluding sleep-in allowance (dependent on experience and qualifications).
Our client is looking for a committed and resilient Senior Residential Support Worker to play a key role in supporting young people with EBD at their children’s home located in Hertfordshire (HP3). You will act as a role model and take the lead in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care.
Candidate will possess a good understanding of OFSTED regulations and compliance requirements, along with experience of working at a children’s home.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct care and support to children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
* Lead shifts and support the team with guidance, mentoring and supervision.
* Promote a safe, nurturing and structured environment.
* Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and key working sessions.
* Support with staff induction and training.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are consistently followed.
Requirements
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - desirable.
* Minimum 2 years' experience working in a residential childcare setting.
* Strong communication and team leadership skills.
* A sound understanding of safeguarding and therapeutic approaches to care.
* Full UK driving licence - desirable.
Benefits
* Additional pay for sleep-ins.
* Comprehensive training and professional development programme.
* Clear progression pathway to management roles.
* Pension scheme.
* Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Hours
* 37.5 hours; Full-Time
* Shift work including weekends, evenings and nights plus sleep-ins (separate sleep-in rate)
Note
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include every task or responsibility that may be required.
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