Senior Residential Support worker
hace 6 días
Wallasey
Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Location: Wallasey CH44 Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 + £50 per sleep-in Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off Home Type: 2-bed Children’s Residential Home Make a Real Difference Every Day This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to positively shape the lives of young people. As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where children can thrive, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. Working in a small 2-bed home, you’ll have the time and space to build meaningful relationships and deliver truly person-centred care. What You’ll Be Doing • Supporting young people with their day-to-day routines, including school, activities, and appointments, • Leading shifts and providing guidance to support staff, • Ensuring high standards of care in line with regulations and company policies, • Promoting a therapeutic, child-centred approach, • Supporting the development, review, and implementation of care plans, • Building positive, trusting relationships with young people, • Encouraging independence, life skills, and personal development, • Completing accurate records and reports, • Creating a warm, stable, and homely environmentWhat We’re Looking For, • Minimum 1 year experience in a children’s residential setting, • Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (or equivalent), • Experience supporting or leading shifts, • Strong communication and organisational skills, • A calm, resilient and nurturing approach, • Full UK driving licence (preferred/essential depending on role), • Flexibility to work a 2 on / 4 off rota including sleep-insWhat’s on Offer, • Competitive salary of £32,000 – £35,000, • £50 per sleep-in (paid on top of salary), • Consistent 2 on / 4 off shift pattern for work-life balance, • Opportunity to work in a small, supportive 2-bed home, • Ongoing training and career progression