Job description
Senior Residential Support Worker
Children and Young People
5 Bed Residential Home- Emotional behavioural disorder, mental health and learning disabilities
Darlington, DL3
Full-Time
40 hours per week
£29,392 - £32,792
12-hour shifts- Days & Waking Nights -8am-8pm and 8pm-8am
You must be at least 23 years of age.
Driving Licence- Essential, manual, OR automatic
This 5 bed homes 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.
Senior Residential Support Worker - 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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