Senior Residential Childrens Support Worker

Are you an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker looking to join a provider that genuinely invests in your future?\n
\nWe're recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a welcoming 5-bed children's home in Stockport, supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and additional complex needs.\n
\nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that offers genuine career progression, ongoing training and fully funded qualifications to help you achieve your long-term career goals.\n
\nAbout the RoleAs a Senior Residential Support Worker, you'll lead shifts, mentor Residential Support Workers and help create a safe, nurturing and positive environment where children can thrive.\n
\nWorking closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, you'll ensure high standards of care are maintained while supporting children to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.\n
\nKey Responsibilities? Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home.? Deliver high-quality, child-centred care and support.? Support children and young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and complex needs.? Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.? Act as a Key Worker and contribute to care planning.? Complete daily records, risk assessments and incident reports.? Administer medication in line with company policies and procedures.? Mentor and support Residential Support Workers.? Build positive relationships with families and external professionals.? Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding procedures and Ofsted standards.\n
\nEssential Requirements? Minimum 6 months' experience supporting vulnerable children and young people within a residential setting.? Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or currently working towards the qualification.? Experience supporting children with Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or complex needs.? Good knowledge of safeguarding legislation and Ofsted regulations.? Excellent communication and leadership skills.? Full UK Driving Licence (essential).? Flexible to work a rota including days, evenings, weekends, sleep-ins and bank holidays.\n
\nWhat We Offer? Competitive salary.? Sleep-in payments.? Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.? Future opportunity to enrol onto a fully funded Level 7 qualification.? Clear career progression opportunities.? Ongoing training and continuous professional development.? Supportive and experienced management team.? Company pension.? Generous annual leave entitlement.? Employee recognition and wellbeing initiatives.\n
\nWhy Join Us? We are passionate about developing our people and promoting from within. If you're looking for a supportive employer that will invest in your professional development while making a real difference to the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.\n
\nApply today to become our next Senior Residential Support Worker and take the next step in your career.\n
\nJob Types: Full-time, Permanent Schedule:? Day shifts? Evening shifts? Sleep-ins? Weekend availability\n
\nExperience:? Supporting vulnerable children and young people: Minimum 6 months (required) Licence/Certification:? Full UK Driving Licence (required)? Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards) (required)\n
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