Senior Residential Support Worker
5 Bed Residential Home - Emotional behavioural disorder, mental health and learning disabilities. Darlington, DL3. Full-Time. 40 hours per week. Salary £29,392 - £32,792. 12-hour shifts - Days & Waking Nights (8am-8pm and 8pm-8am). Must be at least 23 years of age. Driving licence - Essential, manual or automatic.
Provides extensive care and nurturing for children and young people aged 8-18 years old with a wide range of difficulties: Emotional behavioural disorder, mental health and learning disabilities.
Requirements
* Strong understanding of young people's developmental needs and safeguarding/child protection procedures.
* Knowledge of social care services and experience working sensitively within a team.
* Ability to stay calm under pressure, handle emotional situations and remain flexible.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate yourself and others.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Registered Manager/Deputy with day-to-day operations and staff deployment.
* Meet the needs of young people in line with individual care plans, ensuring their safety and welfare at all times.
* Work collaboratively with families, social workers and external agencies.
* Ensure all practice meets legislative and safeguarding standards.
* Lead on staff inductions, supervisions and appraisals.
* Support in implementing, reviewing and updating care plans.
* Ensure administrative tasks are completed effectively and systems are maintained.
Why Join?
* A rewarding, meaningful career making a real difference.
* Supportive, nurturing working environment.
* Competitive pay and excellent training & development.
* Clear progression opportunities.
* Salary sacrifice & enhanced maternity package.
* Enhanced annual leave.
* Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification.
* Funding available toward a therapeutic childcare degree.
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