Senior Residential Child Care Worker

Are you ready to step into a rewarding role as a Senior Residential Child Care Worker at a wonderful OFSTED registered residential children's home in Stafford town centre?
If you have a passion for working with children and making a real difference, this could be the perfect job for you!
As a Senior Residential Child Care Worker, you'll play a key role in supporting the Deputy Manager/ Registered Manager/Responsible Individual and ensuring that the young residents receive the highest quality care and support.
The Willows supported accommodation is run by Harmony Childcare Residential Homes Limited and provides excellent care and support for up to 4 young people aged 16 to 21 years old, with spacious, well-furnished individual rooms and communal areas.
Here's an outline of what you'll be doing:
* Contribute to quality support and promote the health, welfare, education, and development of young people
* Maintain a positive, safe, and homely environment
* Attend meetings as directed
* Work with the team to provide daily assistance and support for young people
* Build positive relationships with young people and external education providers
* Collaborate with parents, social workers, and professionals
* Implement care plans and monitor progress
* Follow legislation, regulations, and company policies
* Manage challenging behaviour and maintain boundaries
* Participate in training and supervision
* Ensure health and safety practices are followed
* Take responsibility for designated tasks and practice development
* Promote a positive public profile of the service
* Complete required paperwork and reports
* Carry out any other duties as directed
To be our ideal candidate for the Senior Residential Child Care Worker, you'll need:
* At least 2 years’ experience of working with young people
* QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent)
* Experience of working with young people in a residential setting
* A genuine passion for working with children
* Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken
* Flexibility and willingness to go the extra mile
* Good communication skills and education background
* Resilience, patience, and a can-do attitude
* A full Driving Licence – you will be required to take young people to appointments, family time etc.
* Your own vehicle
* Undertake sleep-in duties as required.
What’s on offer:
* A competitive salary of £13.00 per hour
* Hours are based on an average 40 hours per week / 14.5 per day with a shift pattern of 2 days on, 4 days off.
* Free parking on site.
Join this experienced and diverse team where your skills and dedication will truly shine as a Senior Residential Child Care Worker.
Apply now and be part of a caring and supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference