Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker – No Sleep In’s

Shire is working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and has a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

Our client offers a full‑time position, 37.5 hours per week within a children’s home. The hourly rate is between £14.00 and £16.00 per hour. Shift pattern is 2 on 4 off; this role does not involve sleeping in.

Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for decisions regarding the welfare of young people and staff during the shifts you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns about staffing matters.
• Ensure all staff are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support with reference to person‑centred support plans.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times.
• Commit to continuous professional development.
• Be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents, carers and other professionals.

Benefits

• Opportunity to progress to a Deputy Manager.
• Comfortable sleeping‑in facilities.
• Commitment to the continuous development of all staff.
• Enrolment in Level 5 Leadership and Management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with young people.
• Experience successfully leading a small team.
• NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Full UK driver’s licence.

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