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  • senior support staff, supported accommodation
    senior support staff, supported accommodation
    2 days ago
    £24000–£27000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    The Role We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dynamic team. We are recruiting for LSL Gorseway which is an all female unit. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care, leading by example, and supporting both service users and staff. This is an exciting opportunity if you are seriously looking to take the next step in your career and make a real difference. Key Responsibilities • Provide person-centred support to service users, promoting independence and choice, • Report writing and documentation., • tracking young people's expenses & reporting., • Recruitment training/induction of newly employed staff., • Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of support workers, • Conduct supervision meetings with staff., • Ensure clients’ assessment and risk management., • Develop and implement care plans in partnership with service users and professionals, • Conduct engaging work sessions to achieve support goals., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and all relevant legislation, • Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping, • Respond to emergencies and resolve issues as they arise About You • Minimum 2 years experience in a support worker or similar role (essential), • Experience of leading teams to achieve team goals., • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards), • Strong communication, and organisational skills, • A caring, empathetic, and patient approach, • An understanding of Equality and Diversity in service delivery., • An understanding of The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023., • Have excellent people and administrative management skills., • Must have excellent decision Making & Problem Solving skills, • Have person-centred support or care skills., • Thrive on change and enjoy dynamic diverse environments., • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins as required, • Must be ready to work out of office hours and during weekends., • Right to work in the UK What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • Pension scheme, • Free car parking space How to Apply If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a team that values your skills and dedication, we would love to hear from you! Lighthouse SL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

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  • Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    Residential Support Worker - OFSTED Children's Home
    10 days ago
    £13.85–£14 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Background: Inspire Hope have an exciting opportunity for Residential Support Workers to join a new Children’s Residential Home caring for children aged 8 - 17 years in Norbury, South West London. Inspire Hope provides a specialist and comprehensive 24-hour/52-week placement for vulnerable young people who require Residential Care, which offers a child-centered and individualised approach that is bespoke to each young person, within a homely environment in South West London. We are a children’s home provider in Norbury, London, SW16. About the Role: Inspire Hope are currently looking to recruit Residential Support Workers for a 3 bedded Children’s home in Norbury (EBD). As a Residential Support Worker, you will be a major part of a dedicated team, providing care and support to young people with the aim of helping them develop the skills and resilience needed to become confident, capable adults, and achieve their full potential in life. You will play a key role in ensuring that each young person in your care is supported emotionally, socially, and practically as they work towards their personal goals. Your responsibilities will include assisting with day-to-day activities, helping children navigate their education, and supporting them in building life skills for independence. You will foster a safe, nurturing environment where each individual can grow at their own pace. Collaborating with other professionals, you will assist in implementing and reviewing personalised care plans, ensuring the young people’s needs are met with compassion and respect. You will also help manage and resolve challenging behaviours in a calm and constructive way, promoting positive outcomes for the young people in your care. Your role will involve regular record-keeping and report-writing to ensure accurate documentation of each child’s progress. Key Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day care and emotional and social support to children and young people. Building meaningful relationships with the children and encouraging their interaction with peers and adults within the community., • Assist with emotional, educational, and social development., • Promote and maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. Assisting the children with their daily living needs in accordance with their care plans., • Support children in managing their behaviour, addressing any emotional or behavioural difficulties., • Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other professionals to create and implement care plans., • Attend regular training and development opportunities to enhance your skills., • Ensure all administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and reports, are completed to a high standard, such as Maintaining meticulous records of events, observations, progress, child protection matters, and health and safety checks., • Be flexible and prepared to take on additional hours as needed to meet the needs of the children., • Domestic duties: Conducting household tasks and involving the children when appropriate, including planning, shopping, and preparing meals to ensure a varied and balanced diet. Essential Requirements: • Experience in residential childcare or a similar care setting (required)., • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check – or willingness to obtain one (required), • A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to care., • Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with children and colleagues., • Ability to manage challenging situations with confidence and professionalism., • Good knowledge around Children’s Homes Regulations including the quality standards., • An understanding and knowledge of relevant legislation and Ofsted regulation., • Driving licence (preferable)

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