Are you an experienced and compassionate individual looking to take the next step in your career? Action for Children is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker for our 3-bed permanent residential home in Yatton, North Somerset. This role is a vital part of our team, which works hard to ensure children and young people aged 8-18 with various learning disabilities have a safe and happy childhood in a friendly, warm, and inclusive environment.The Package and BenefitsThis is a permanent, full-time position (37 hours a week) with a 2-week rolling rota that includes every second weekend off. The salary for this role is
£27,400 - £29,500.
29 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.Up to a 7% employer pension contribution.Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.A discount portal with your favourite brands and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.Excellent training and development opportunities to help you progress your career.The RoleAs a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will lead shifts with the primary aim of maintaining a high-quality service. You will also provide operational line management to staff as needed. Your role includes providing high-quality, person-centered care, building positive relationships, and ensuring the views of the children are heard. You will also be responsible for:Leading on care plans and reviews.Providing lead case/care planning management, including assessing, reviewing, and managing risk.Coordinating with multi-agency teams and families, and producing written reports.Attending professional meetings, such as reviews and court hearings.Your Skills and QualificiationsNVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care Children's.You should have a proven ability to lead and be responsible for shifts in the absence of the manager.You should also demonstrate the ability to manage, guide, and direct less experienced staff.A compassionate and positive attitude is a must, and you should have excellent communication skills and be adaptable to changing situations.Apply now and help us create better futures!For an informal discussion regarding the role, do not hesitate to contact Fahmida Ahmed at 07441 927663.Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
