Residential Support Worker (Waking Nights)
Salary: £23,151.50 to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Contract/Hours: Permanent/Full-time - 37 hours a week
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 15,000 national retailers discounts.
Vulnerable children in the UK need your help
Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.
Last year, we helped more than 687,000 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. It's 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 children's lives.
A bit about the waking nights role
In the role of waking nights Residential Support Worker involves providing care and support to our young people during the night. This position is crucial in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children, as well as promoting their independence and personal development.
As a waking nights Residential Support Worker, you will be responsible for monitoring the children throughout the night, assisting with any needs that may arise, and providing a comforting presence. Your role may include helping with personal care routines, administering medication, and ensuring that the environment is safe and conducive to rest. You will also engage with the children through activities and support their emotional needs, fostering a positive atmosphere.
This role requires patience, empathy, and a strong understanding of the challenges faced by children with disabilities. You will work closely with a team of professionals to follow individualised care plans and contribute to the overall development of each child.
About the service
Sycamore House is a residential care home providing accommodation and supporting Children and Young People between the ages of 5-18years of both physical and learning disabilities.
We provide a homely welcoming and fun environment in which young people feel safe and free to gain a sense of their own self. Your skills, passions and interests could help us to continue achieving this. Whether it's being a whizz on the PlayStation, creating origami animals or exploring nature you can inspire our children.
How you'll help to create brighter futures
Ideally you will:
* Understand how to engage with young people
* Have a positive approach and 'can do' attitude
* Ability to work on your own or as part of a team
* Be ready to complete a level 3 in Residential Childcare within 2 years of commencing employment with us, full support will be provided.
Good to know
Application Process
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.
We look forward to receiving your application