Senior Residential Support Worker
Meadholme, Darlington, DL3
Salary: £29,392.79 - £32,792.66 per annum
Hours of Week: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
Requirements:
- An understanding of the developmental needs (physical, emotional, intellectual, social and educational) of young people.
- Knowledge of Child Protection issues and procedures. Social Care Services available to young people and their families
- Working within a team & Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding.
- Ability to motivate self and others to meet time and performance goals.
- Ability to deal with emotional stress.
- Ability to be flexible.
- Good interpersonal skills – relate well to others (young people and staff at all levels).
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:
- Assist the Manager and Deputy Manager in providing operational management of the staff team and to deploy appropriate staff resources in order that key tasks are fulfilled.
- Respond to and meet the identified needs of children/young people as outlined in individual care plans and as agreed with the manager.
- Work in partnership with young people, their families, social workers and other relevant agencies, in meeting the needs of young people.
- Ensure that work with children/young people is in keeping with legislative, procedural and good practice requirements.
- Ensure that the safety and welfare of young people is paramount.
- Organise, deliver and co-ordinate induction, supervision, appraisal and support of individual staff in the team, as required by the Manager.
- Ensure care plans are implemented, monitored and reviewed. To participate in the review of care plans.
- Ensure that the administration tasks of the home are carried out efficiently and effectively to make best use of management and information systems.
About Meadholme:
Meadholme provides extensive care and nurturing for children and young people with a wide range of difficulties; Emotional behavioural disorder, mental health and learning disabilities.
The home offers a warm, friendly, and comfortable environment consisting of of 5 bedrooms, supporting young people from ages 8 to 18. All bedrooms are tailored to suit individual needs, and the communal areas designed to encourage and promote independent skills.
Benefits of Working for us:
- A rewarding career you can be truly proud of
- A supportive environment that is committed to helping you flourish and deliver excellent care to the people we support
- Competitive pay
- Career development and training
- Progression Opportunities
- Salary Sacrifice
- Enhanced maternity package
- Enhanced annual leave
- Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification
- Funding towards a Therapeutic Childcare bachelor’s degree
If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!
