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  • Senior Residential Care Worker
    Senior Residential Care Worker
    1 day ago
    Full-time
    Bristol

    Senior Residential Care Worker Location:South Staffordshire Responsible To: Home Manager Basic Salary: £29,000 per annum Sleep-in Rate: £62.75 per sleep-in Typical Sleep-ins: 7+ per month Our client provides a therapeutic residential service focused on achieving long-term positive outcomes for children through a specialist “Prep4Fostering” model. This service supports children who are currently in residential care or experiencing foster placement instability, helping them transition successfully into a family environment. The Senior Residential Care Worker plays a key leadership role within the home, supporting the delivery of high-quality care while guiding and mentoring Residential Care Workers. You will lead shifts, ensure consistency of practice, and contribute to a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where children can explore their emotions and experiences. The home supports children aged 5–12 years, with placements typically lasting 12–18 months, with the aim of reintegration into a long-term fostering family. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Shift Management Lead shifts effectively, delegating tasks and ensuring high standards of care. Support and supervise Residential Care Workers during shifts. Act as the senior on duty in the absence of the Home Manager and Deputy Manager. Mentor and support staff development, including allocated key workers. Promote consistency in practice and adherence to care standards. Professional Childcare Practice Ensure the home’s Statement of Purpose is consistently implemented. Maintain a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment. Build and model positive relationships with children to support attachment. Implement and oversee individual care plans and risk assessments. Maintain clear boundaries to provide stability and safety. Promote children’s emotional wellbeing, self-esteem, and identity. Safeguard children by recognising and responding to concerns appropriately. Support education, routines, and daily activities that aid development. Observe, record, and report on children’s progress and behaviour. Therapeutic and Multi-Agency Working Work alongside psychologists and clinical professionals to support therapeutic outcomes. Liaise effectively with external agencies such as schools and social workers. Contribute to care planning, reviews, and professional meetings. Support children in transitioning into foster placements. Work with prospective carers to ensure successful integration into family settings. Teamwork and Staff Development Act as a role model and senior member of the team. Support and mentor Residential Care Workers in their roles and development. Participate in team meetings, supervision, and reflective practice sessions. Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture. Household and Operational Responsibilities Maintain high standards of the home environment. Participate in daily household tasks and routines. Oversee health and safety processes, including risk assessments. Monitor and manage allocated budgets and expenditure responsibly. Support new staff through induction and mentoring in operational tasks. Personal and Professional Development Engage in continuous professional development and training. Attend supervision, team meetings, and clinical sessions. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in residential childcare. Ensure all mandatory and online training is completed within required timescales. Adhere to safeguarding, equality, and whistleblowing policies. Person Specification Essential Experience working in residential childcare or a similar setting. Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Ability to lead shifts and support a team effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner. Willingness to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Previous senior or supervisory experience. Understanding of trauma-informed or therapeutic care approaches. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. The role requires flexibility to meet the needs of the children and service. Benefits Full training and ongoing professional development Clinical supervision and therapeutic support Opportunities for career progression into leadership roles

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  • Nursing Assistant
    Nursing Assistant
    24 days ago
    £12.82–£13.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Avonmouth, Bristol

    The Complex Care Nursing Assistant is a key member of Seren Healthcare Solutions' Nurse-Led Clinical Team, providing high-quality, person-centred clinical and personal care to individuals with complex healthcare needs within their own homes and community settings. Working under the direction and delegation of a Registered Nurse, the post holder supports individuals with a range of complex conditions including neurological disorders, acquired brain injuries, spinal injuries, respiratory conditions, physical and learning disabilities, and long-term health conditions. The role includes assisting with specialist clinical interventions such as tracheostomy care, ventilator support, enteral feeding (PEG/PEJ), catheter care, bowel management, epilepsy management, clinical observations and medication support following appropriate training and competency assessment. The post holder will promote independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing whilst maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, infection prevention, documentation, clinical governance and professional practice. As part of Seren's Nurse-Led Model of Care, the Complex Care Nursing Assistant will work collaboratively with Registered Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care that improves outcomes and enhances the quality of life of those we support.

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  • Engineer
    Engineer
    28 days ago
    £14–£18 hourly
    Full-time
    Bristol

    We are seeking Craftspeople to join our specialist restoration team. The role requires strong practical ability across multiple disciplines, including welding, woodwork, blacksmithing, and a wide range of general fabrication and DIY skills. You will be responsible for delivering high quality practical work, completed to specification, on time, and to an exceptional standard. As much of our work is carried out on-site across the UK, regular travel and working away from home is required. Key Responsibilities • Carry out practical restoration and manufacturing tasks in all aspects to a high standard., • Ensure all work is completed safely using appropriate machinery, tools, PPE, and company safety procedures., • Maintain clean and orderly work areas, both in the workshop and on site., • Communicate promptly with the Project Supervisor regarding issues, uncertainties, or technical questions., • Pass on contractor or client queries to the Project Supervisor without delay., • Liaise with the Supervisor to obtain additional job details such as drawings, specifications, or required resources., • Notify the Contracts Manager/Operations Manager in advance of any commitments that may affect working away (e.g., appointments or personal matters)., • Inform supervisors in advance of any materials or equipment required., • Present a professional appearance and use company issued workwear., • Submit completed timesheets punctually every Friday afternoon. Desirable (but not specifically required) Skills & Technical Competence Glazing/Metalwork • Experience in Glazing Structures & traditional methods., • Ability to read and accurately interpret technical drawings., • Understanding of cutting, drilling, tapping, grinding, de-burring and marking out., • Understanding measuring equipment including verniers, micrometres, and depth gauges., • Understanding of paint systems, mixing, application and checking. Metalwork - Desirable skills but can be taught • Working knowledge of welding (MIG, ARC), brazing, soldering, and heat treating., • Ability to read and accurately interpret technical drawings., • Competence in cutting, drilling, tapping, grinding, de burring, and marking out., • Familiarity with thread gauges, dies, and both metric/imperial conversions., • Use of oxy propane equipment and a range of gas types., • Basic experience with lathes, milling machines, and metal stitching., • Confident use of measuring equipment including verniers, micrometres, and depth gauges., • Understanding of paint systems, mixing, application, and inspection. Timberwork - Desirable skills but can be taught • Practical experience of traditional timber joints (halving, tenon, mortice)., • Skilled in accurate cutting, marking out, and hand planning. Other Skills that would be of benefit • Safe and competent use of power tools and lifting equipment., • Ability to sling loads safely and use machine skates., • Forklift operation experience., • Ability to cut glass accurately to a line., • Knowledge of materials including wrought iron, mild steel, cast iron, and non ferrous metals. Working Conditions A significant proportion of this role involves working away across the UK, sometimes at short notice. Flexibility, reliability, and professionalism when representing the company on client sites are essential. What We’re Looking For • A practical, adaptable craftsperson/glazier with strong attention to detail., • Excellent problem solving abilities., • A high level of personal responsibility and pride in workmanship., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively., • A strong commitment to health & safety and adherence to company procedures.

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