Residential Support Worker Salary: Up to £27,600 per annum (pro rata) Location: Aston Clinton, Buckinghamshire Contract/Hours: Permanent/Part Time Benefits: A generous annual leave entitlement of 29 days PLUS bank holidays Up to 5 more days leave for continuous service plus the option to buy and sell leave. Gain professional qualifications with excellent training, and development opportunities. Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages. A pension with a up to a 7% employer contribution rate. Plus, if you pay in to the pension you will receive life assurance cover. Staff discount portal with your favourite brands. Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 discounts from national retailers. Vulnerable children in the UK need your help Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK. Last year, we helped more than 670,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive. Why Action for Children? Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives. A bit about the role Our Residential Support Workers create a safe and supportive environment for children and young people to grow and develop. You will ensure their wellbeing is prioritised by delivering personalised care, guidance, and advocacy. It is key that they stay safe and healthy and can reach their full potential. In return we will offer you amazing opportunities to progress within our organisation. We will enrol you in the qualifications which you need to move towards a Registered Manager role. Once you have gained the relevant experience and qualifications you will be ready to progress to the next step in your career with us. About the service Our Service is set in the beautiful village of Aston Clinton in Buckinghamshire in a newly renovated home that will provide long-term residential care for a young gentleman, this will be his forever home in which his team can give him person centred care. The underpinning philosophy of our home is to support our young person through a range of needs including Autism, and behaviours of concern. How you'll help to create brighter futures Provide lead case/care planning management, including assessing, reviewing and managing risk. Co-ordinating responsibilities within the service, with multi agency and producing family information, including analysis and written reports. Attendance at professional meetings including reviews, court work etc. Lead shifts with the primary aim of the provision of a high-quality service. Supervise and guide staff as required, in accordance with Action for Children policies and procedures. Lead by example with the application of Action for Children's policy procedures and professional practice standards and in line with registration requirements Let's talk about you Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge? We are looking for someone with a 'can do' attitude to join our team. Ideally you will have: Experience of leading Shifts in a Care setting Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent). Experience and training in safeguarding An innovative and creative approach to problem solving Experience of developing tailored care plans The ability to create a safe and fun environment for both staff and children in the home and in the community We look forward to receiving your application