Residential Support Worker

Role: Residential Support Worker

Salary: Upto12.60 an hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Location: High Wycombe

Contract/Hours:Casual Shifttimes are 7am to 3pm 2pm to 10pm and 9.30pm to 7.30am (Waking Nights).Varied Hours you choose when youwork aroundyour study familyretirement or home life.

Benefits:

• Paid annual leave.
• Gain professional qualifications with excellent training and development opportunities.
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking
• Regular Supervisions
• Employee wellbeing support
• Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts from 15000national retailers.

Vulnerable children in the UK need your help.

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family youll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK. Last year we helped more than 687000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood and the foundations they need to thrive.

Why Action for Children

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. Its the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that when we work together we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable childrens lives.

A bit about the role

Our Residential Support Workers create a safe and supportive environment for children and young people to grow and develop. You will ensure their wellbeing is prioritised by delivering personalised care guidance and advocacy. It is key that they stay safe and healthyand can reach their full potential.

In return we will offer youamazing opportunities toprogresswithin ourorganisation.

We willenrolyou in the qualifications which you need to move towards a Registered Manager role.

Once you have gained the relevant experience and qualifications you will be ready to progress tothe next step in your career with us.

About the service

The Vines is situated in High Wycombe just minutes off the M40 20 minutes off the M25 and well served by the local public transport network. In thiswarm and welcoming house we provideresidential short breaks thatsupportchildren andyoungpeoplewith learningdisabilities aged 11 to 19 who have complexbehavioural needs.

We are looking for a CasualResidential Support Worker to joinour fun andsupportive team who can bringtheir experience cando attitude and passionwith them and help maintain the high standards already set byour wonderful team!

What you will be doing:

• Providing lead case/care planning management including assessing reviewing and managing risk.
• Coordinating responsibilities with multi agency producing family information including analysis and written reports.
• Attending professional meetings including reviews and court work.
• Being resilient in supporting the young people through challenging situations.

Lets talk about you ideally you will have:

• Demonstrable experience of working in a care setting and developing positive relationships through trust
• Application of a range of techniques to coordinate and communicate with service users and their families.
• Demonstrate a solution focused approach to address problems individually and in a team setting.
• Demonstrate emotional resilience to respond to the challenging nature of the role.
• Possess a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent) or if you do not possess this you must be prepared to complete this within 2 years of commencing employment with us full support will be provided.

Good to know.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

Application Process

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details CV Supporting Statement & Information Equality & Diversity Submission & Declaration.

Talent Pool

We know talent when we see it. But sometimes we find the right person but not for the right job. Wed love to keep your details for when the right job comes up. Let us know if youd rather we didnt.

Contact:Sarah Manderfield or email us atquoting reference 11124

Diversity equality and inclusion

At Action for Children were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. Weactivelyencourageapplications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are underrepresented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

Male staff are underrepresented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles.

Dont meet every single requirement

If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description wed love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role or another role within the Action for Children family.

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Job Description

See below for further information about working with us:

Action for Children Employee Benefits

AfC Commitment Statement

Action for Children Driven by Love

Make a Difference A Career in Residential Services