Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Service

Location
Sheffield

Salary
£31,616 per annum plus sleep in allowance

Hours
Full time including evenings, weekends and sleep ins

Contract
Permanent

Essential Requirements

* Level 3 Children and Young People or equivalent or working towards Level 4

* Minimum 2 years' experience within a children's residential setting

* Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma and challenging behaviour

* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

* Full UK driving licence

* Ability to lead shifts and support junior staff

* Good IT skills and experience with care documentation

The Role

* Support the Registered Manager and Deputy in delivering high quality, child centred care

* Lead shifts, ensuring safe staffing levels and effective handovers

* Act as the responsible person on shift when required

* Support children with daily routines, independence and life skills

* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people

* Promote positive behaviour using trauma informed approaches

* Ensure accurate completion of care records, incident reports and safeguarding documentation

* Support with care planning, risk assessments and team meetings

* Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and homely environment

* Work in line with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes standards

Benefits

* Competitive salary plus sleep in payments

* Ongoing training and development

* Supportive management structure

* Opportunity for progression

Compliance
Enhanced DBS required
Full employment checks and references required
Right to work in the UK is essential - sponsorship is not available for this role