Senior Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Our client has an exciting opportunity for Senior Residential Support Workers to join their team across Wolverhampton and Walsall. If you have the drive and compassion to help children feel safe, respected, and confident, this might be the perfect role for you!

This role offers a fantastic hourly rate starting from £14 per hour, with both full-time and part-time positions available. Enjoy a supportive and welcoming environment, with a £500 signing-on fee and enhanced overtime rates. Plus, there's great potential for career progression and personal development.

Our client operates three established EBD children's homes across the West Midlands. They pride themselves on creating a warm, team-oriented atmosphere where everyone is embraced as part of the family. They are committed to supporting their staff throughout their journey, offering opportunities for growth and development.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Support children in the homes, ensuring a high-quality service.
• Develop safe, professional, nurturing relationships with the children.
• Lead shifts and make key decisions in line with policies and procedures.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Promote therapeutic practices within the home using the PACE model.
• Lead a team on a day-to-day basis.
• Act as a positive role model.
• Report to the Deputy/Home Manager.

Package and Benefits:

The Senior Residential Support Worker role includes:

• Annual salary from £14 per hour.
• £500 signing-on fee.
• Enhanced overtime rate.
• 28 days annual leave with the opportunity to accrue more.
• Mentoring and personalised development plans.
• Career progression opportunities within the childcare practitioner's band.
• Diplomas in Residential Childcare as you grow.
• Training on site.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Casual dress code.
• Company pension.
• Store discounts.

The ideal Senior Residential Support Worker will have:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a team leader/shift leading role within a children’s home.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the residential childcare sector.
• A UK driving licence and willingness to commute.
• (Preferred) Level 3 Diploma in children’s residential care or equivalent, or willingness to undertake this qualification.

If you are interested in roles such as Senior Residential Support Worker, Team Leader in Residential Care, Shift Leader in Children's Home, Residential Childcare Practitioner, or Senior Childcare Worker, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people, apply now to become a Senior Residential Support Worker. Join a supportive team and enjoy fantastic benefits and career progression opportunities. Don't miss out on this rewarding role! Call Carly on 07883301381