Residential Worker

Residential Support Worker

Location: Ipswich Suffolk

Salary:up to 29500 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract/Hours:Permanent Full Time 37 hours per weekwe will also consider applications for Parttime and casual Residential support workers.

Closing date: Midnight on the 29th May 2025.

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.

A bit about the Service

Hestia House is a warm welcoming 4beded residential home supporting children 818years with disabilities and complex needs. We are passionate about creating a safe fun and stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

A bit about the Role

As a residential support worker you will play a vital role in helping young people transition into our service working closely with them to understand and meet their unique needs. Youll support them in building confidence independence and life skills maximising their opportunities for a bright and positive longterm future.

This is a handson rewarding role where no two days are the same. Whether its playing on the Xbox getting creative with arts and crafts cooking bouncing around at jump In or enjoying a sunny day at the beach youll be actively involved in the fun creating meaningful experiences with the children every day.

If youre enthusiastic caring and ready to make a genuine difference whilst having fun along the way wed love to hear from you.

Residential support workers at both entry and senior levels are warmly welcome applications from individuals whose values resonate with those of Action for Childrens is paramount. Please note that while some aspects of the job description may not apply to you at an entry level this should in no way discourage you from applying.

How youll help create brighter futures at entry level

In the role of Residential Support Worker youll be:

• Providing 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.
• Attending professional meetings including reviews court work etc.
• working collaboratively with your team with the primary aim of the provision of a highquality service
• Supervising and guiding staff as required in accordance with Action for Children policies and procedures.
• Leading 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:

• Experience of leading Shifts in a Care would be an advantage but not essential as we will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to lead shifts
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent) If you dont have the qualification we will provide you with the training to gain the level 3.
• Experience and training in safeguarding.
• An innovative and creative approach to problem solving.
• Experience of Developing/ experience of adhering to detailed support plans this can then show willingness to adhere to complex support plans
• The ability to create a fun and safe environment for both staff and children in the home and in the community.

Whether this is a career change for you or the next step in your journey wed love to hear from you.

We work together to reach our mission to give children a healthy start in life.

Good luck! We cant wait to hear from you.

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

Contact: If you need support with your application please contact our Recruitment Team at quoting 11232.

Well be happy to give you any support you require.

Interviews will take place on the 9^th of June 2025.

Diversity Equality and Inclusion

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

Male staff are often underrepresented within this sector and we would like to encourage more male applicants for our roles.

We arecommittedto safer recruitment practices to protectourservice users; therefore all applicants are expected tohaveanunderstandingof andcommitmenttosafeguarding bestpractice.

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.

See below for further information about working with us:

Job Description

Action for Children Employee Benefits

AfC Commitment Statement

Make a Difference A Career in Residential Services