Residential Support Worker Waking Nights

Salary:Circa 26000 per annum pro rata which equates to 21081

Location:Sevenoaks Kent

Contract/Hours:Permanent part time (working 30 hours a week) on waking night shifts

Benefits:

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities
• Flexible maternity adoption and paternity packages
• Pension with up to 7 employer contribution with included life assurance cover
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15000 national retailers discounts.

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.

About the service

McCarthy House is a 4bedded therapeutic residential home for children and young people between the ages of 717 years.

We provide support for young people who are likely to have experienced early childhood trauma. You would be a part of a dynamic team to support and encourage our young people to reach their full potential. Some young people may experience low selfesteem anxiety depression and have poor communication skills which can lead to disruptive behaviours and a positive compassionate attitude is paramount.

Please note this role is for waking nights.

How youll help to create brighter futures

• Provide lead case/care planning management including assessing reviewing and managing risk.
• Coordinating responsibilities within the service with multi agency and producing family information including analysis and written reports.
• Attendance at professional meetings including reviews court work etc.
• Leading shifts with the primary aim of the provision of a highquality service.
• Supervise and guide staff as required in accordance with Action for Children policies and procedures.
• Lead by example with the application of Action for Childrens policy procedures and professional practice standards and in line with registration requirements

Lets talk about you

Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge We are looking for someone with a can do attitude to join our team. 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.

Contact:Emma Goodwin onor email us atquoting reference 11100.

Please note: Interviews are planned to be held on 30^th April and 1^st May 2025.

Good to know
Application Process
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

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

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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