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Level 3 Residential Support Worker | Senior Residential Support Worker\nCroydon\n£13.50 - £15.00 per hour | Full Time | Permanent\n\nAre you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes?\n\nWe are seeking a Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker to join a children's residential service in Croydon. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing safe, nurturing and child centred care.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n• Supporting children and young people with daily routines, education and independence\n• Building positive and trusting relationships\n• Promoting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour\n• Safeguarding and advocating for young people\n• Completing daily records and care documentation\n• Working alongside families and external professionals\n• Leading shifts and supporting colleagues (Senior Support Worker)\n\nRequirements\n\n• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Health & Social Care or equivalent\n• Previous experience within a children's residential setting\n• Good understanding of safeguarding and childcare legislation\n• Positive, resilient and child focused approach\n• Full UK driving licence desirable\n\nWhat's on Offer\n\n• £13.50 - £15.00 per hour DOE\n• Ongoing training and development\n• Supportive management team\n• Career progression opportunities\n• Full time, permanent position\n\nEnhanced DBS required. Applicants must be on the DBS Update Service or willing to obtain a new DBS.\n\nApply today for immediate consideration

The successful candidate must have; - NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare - Experience working with complex behaviours - Good written and verbal communication skills If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: -Excellent ra

We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people with emotional and behavioural disabilities. As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; • NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare, • Experience working with complex behaviours, • Good written and verbal communication skills If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: -Excellent rates of pay • Flexible working hours, • Paid holiday, • Ongoing career progression The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau. SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants AMRT1_UKTJ ...

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker – Family Assessment Service London Borough of Croydon Permanent | Up to £50,574 per annum Hybrid (3 days in the office) £5,000 Golden Hello | £8,000 Relocation Package | £3,000 Retention Bonus Croydon’s Family Assessment Service (FAS) is growing — and they’re looking for passionate, committed Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a real opportunity to get stuck into meaningful work at a local authority that’s investing heavily in its frontline services. Whether you're experienced or ready to step up, Croydon offers the support, structure and incentives to take your career forward. What’s on offer: Up to £50,574 salary (depending on experience) £5,000 Golden Hello £8,000 Relocation Package (if applicable) £3,000 Retention Bonus Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 from home Permanent, well-supported team structure with clear progression Transfer of sponsorship available ASAP start dates About the team: The Family Assessment Service (FAS) works with children and families at the assessment stage – you'll focus on short-term, outcome-driven interventions that shape future planning. Expect a mix of Section 17 and Section 47 work, engaging directly with families and building strong working relationships with partner agencies. If you’re stepping into the Senior Social Worker role, you’ll also contribute to reflective practice and offer guidance to less experienced colleagues. What you’ll need: Social Work England registration Assessment, CP, or safeguarding experience Confidence in managing complex situations and making sound decisions A team-first, forward-thinking mindset Interested? Let’s have a chat: Josh Da Costa And if this isn’t quite for you but someone in your network comes to mind – we offer a £500 referral bonus for successful recommendations

Applewood is a welcoming, family‑focused children's residential home based in Tadworth. We support children and young people aged 5-18 who may have a range of physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and additional needs. All children and young people have bespoke care packages designed around them as individuals. At Applewood, we pride ourselves on being a warm and inclusive place where children and young people can make friends, build confidence, and feel at home. We are looking for compassionate, motivated, and flexible Residential Support Workers to join our dedicated team. This is a full‑time, permanent role with a starting salary of £31,659 per annum, based on a 36‑hour week, plus enhanced rates of pay for weekends, bank holidays, and sleep‑in duties. We also welcome applications from those interested in part-time working as the role can be offered at 18 hours per week, with the salary adjusted on a pro rata basis. As a 24/7 service operating all year round, our roles work on a rota basis. Rotas are usually agreed four weeks in advance and may include a combination of early shifts (starting at 7am), late shifts (starting at 2pm), and sleep‑ins. We'll talk through shift patterns and rotas during the recruitment process so you're clear on what to expect. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government, salary‑related pension Up to 5 days of carers' leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption, and dependants' leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Access to a learning and development hub with a wide range of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts, including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Relocation bonus Refer‑a‑friend payment of £750 as a thank you for finding the right Residential WorkerAbout the Role As a Residential Support Worker, you will work closely with children and young people to support their daily lives, wellbeing, and development. You'll help create a safe and nurturing environment where they feel valued, listened to, and able to build friendships, while developing the skills that will support and prepare them for adulthood. You will: Provide person‑centred care tailored to each child or young person's individual needs Support children and young people with personal and intimate care needs in a sensitive and respectful way Enable children and young people to engage in meaningful activities, experiences, and opportunities, both at home and in the community Work in partnership with parents, carers, and professionals, including our Children with Disabilities (CWD) social work teams and other council services Act as an advocate for the children and young people you support, ensuring their voices are heard and respected Adapt confidently to changing and sometimes challenging situations, always keeping the child at the centre of your practice Provide physical support and safe manual handling to meet children and young people's mobility and care needsAbout You We're looking for someone who: Is flexible, adaptable, and calm, in a variety of situations, some of which may be challenging due to the complex needs of the children and young people we support Brings energy, empathy, patience and a positive outlook to their work Is committed to putting children and young people at the heart of everything they do Is a team player, and able to work well as part of a supportive team Has strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence working with families and professionalsAt Applewood, we value the right attitude, a willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for supporting others. If you have experience supporting young people, whether in education, special educational needs settings, youth work, or community roles- this experience would be highly transferable into the role and a future career with us. Depending on the needs of the children and young people at any given time, you may work either within the main home or within our 'pod placement', which is a one‑bed solo provision. Staff to children ratios will vary in line with the complexity and level of support required. Supporting You We will support and invest in you to achieve the mandatory, nationally recognised Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (within two years of starting), if you do not already hold this qualification. We have a proven track record of supporting staff to successfully complete their qualification and are proud of the achievements of all the staff we invest in. Gaining this qualification will unlock opportunities to progress to a Senior Residential Worker role (starting at £34,660 per annum) and will help you build the skills and confidence needed to be an effective Residential Worker. We offer a clearly defined career pathway with progression opportunities within our expanding children's residential service, Working in children's residential services is a valuable gateway to developing a career within care. We offer a clearly defined career pathway and progression opportunities as well as access to a range of learning and development resources. Our Requirements Due to our legal obligations, we can only accept applications from people 22 years old and above. This role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification. If you do not currently hold this qualification (or equivalent) but are successful in the interview and meet the enrolment criteria (including English and Maths skills), you will be enrolled in a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, subject to funding. In addition to the above, to meet the criteria of the Level 3 Diploma, you must have lived in the UK/EEA for the last 3 years and you must also have the right to remain and work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the study programme. Failure to achieve the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or losing your right to remain and work in the United Kingdom may result in the termination of your employment. We are unfortunately not able to offer sponsorship at this time. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our residential workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle, to support our young people to attend appointments, activities or trips as agreed. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. This role involves supporting children and young people who may present with behaviours of concern. In certain circumstances, and only as a last resort, this may require the use of restrictive physical intervention (restraint) to ensure the safety of our children, young people, yourself, or others in the home. Restrictive physical interventions are not a routine part of the role, and every effort should be made to manage situations through de‑escalation and preventative strategies. However, it is an important safeguarding measure that staff must be willing and able to use when there is no safer alternative. Full training will be provided to ensure any intervention taught is from an accredited provider and authorised and approved by the local authority. Encouraging staff to support children and young people proportionately and appropriately to minimise harm and maximise safety to all. What Next? Applications will be reviewed and considered on an ongoing basis. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 10-15 min), and if successful following this, invited to meet us at one of our homes for an interview. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities

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