Senior Residential Children's Worker

Senior Residential Children’s Worker

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Worker based in Reading, Berkshire. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties within a children’s home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week plus sleep ins. Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting and your level 3 NVQ. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £28,000 – £29,500 per year plus sleep ins paid at £50.

As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include:

Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
Provide support using a person centred approach.
Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
Continuous commitment to professional development.
To be willing to cover other homes when required.
Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

Real progression opportunities into management roles
A chance to join a top provider of children’s services

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Scott Austin.

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Reference: 2298

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