Senior Residential Children's Support Worker

Shire are working in partnership with a provider of children's services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker based in Derby, Derbyshire. Our client is offering applicants a full-time position, 40 hours per week plus sleep-ins within a specialist service. Potential to earn up to £38,500 per annum including sleep-ins. As a Senior residential Children’s Support Worker your responsibilities will include: * To attend staff meetings and supervisions. * To be accountable for any decision made in regard to the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead. * To discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters. * To ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures. * Providing support with reference to person centred support plans. * Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm * Respect the confidentiality of information received at all times. * Continuous commit to professional development * To be willing to cover other homes when required * Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including: * Opportunity to progress * Comfortable sleeping-in facilities * Committed to the continuous development of all staff * Enrollment on to Level 5 Leadership and management. Applicants should have the following: * Previous experience of working with young people * Experience of successfully leading a small team * Full UK driving license. * Hold NVQ Diploma level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent Not for you? If you are registered with Shire and recommend a friend, family member or colleague, you will be eligible for a cash bonus payment! To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Jack. Ref: (phone number removed)