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Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 14 - 15 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: St Helens, St. Helens

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Home

Location: St Helens
Salary: £14.20 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Hours: Full-time
Role: Senior Residential Support Worker

We are currently recruiting for experienced Senior Residential Support Workers to join children’s residential homes across St Helens and Wigan.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional who is passionate about supporting children and young people and wants to take the next step in their career.

The role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing high-quality care and support to children and young people aged 8–18. You will help create a safe, stable and nurturing environment while supporting young people with their emotional, social and practical development.

You will also take a lead role within the home, supporting the wider staff team and helping to ensure care is delivered in line with individual care plans and safeguarding requirements.

Key responsibilities

  * Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people

  * Building positive, trusting relationships with young people

  * Supporting emotional wellbeing and development

  * Managing challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner

  * Acting as a positive role model

  * Supporting staff within the home and providing guidance when required

  * Completing accurate records, reports and handovers

  * Following safeguarding and child protection procedures

  * Working alongside managers and external professionals

  * Promoting independence and helping young people develop life skills

  * Taking responsibility for the home and young people during shifts when required

About you

We are looking for candidates who have:

  * Previous experience working within a children’s residential setting

  * Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs and/or challenging behaviour

  * A genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people

  * Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  * The ability to remain calm under pressure

  * A professional and resilient approach

  * The confidence to take responsibility and lead by example

  * A Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People or equivalent is desirable

What’s on offer?

  * £14.20 per hour

  * £50 per sleep-in

  * Full-time employment

  * Opportunity to progress within the organisation

  * Ongoing training and development

  * Supportive working environment

  * The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people

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