Bank/cover Residential Support Worker

5 months ago

Swansea, United Kingdom Together Stronger (South Wales) Ltd Full time

**Therapeutic Support Worker (Cover and Bank shifts)**

**Job Type - Cover and Bank Shifts**

**Salary
- £12.40 - 13.00 depending on qualifications, inclusive of sleep-in allowance (approx. £3,400.00 pa). 8 - 39.5 hrs a week**

** Not currently looking at sponsoring employees or offering relocation packages**

Together Stronger is under new management, we have re
- evaluated the terms and conditions for our care staff with the emphasis on a good work life balance along with excellent individual incentives and career progression. Working together with our collaborative partners DGF Psychology, and social care professionals, we aim to provide a nurturing and caring environment and provide support to vulnerable children/young people and their families to achieve positive and agreed outcomes, as directed by their care plan.

In this rewarding role you will be responsible for ensuring a high level of care and support for young people. You will be part of the residential staff team and assist young people to develop skills and have fun throughout the day. This role will require you to supervise young people and make recordings, support them to attend education and appointments as well as writing reports and attending meetings. You will also be required to carry out domestic duties within the home.

DGF Psychology support the team by:
Facilitating Specialised Training

Implementation and oversight of Therapeutic Behaviour Support and Placement Plans

Implementation and oversight of Behavioural Monitoring Tools

Measurement of positive outcomes

1:1 Key Worker Support

Key Worker Session Plans and Evaluation

Facilitating Monthly Psychology Meetings

We understand that care work is demanding and have designed our shift pattern to offer staff generous rest periods between shifts. Shift working also allows our teams to know their shifts up to six months in advance.

**The Role**:

- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children/young people in the company’s care and ensure that the quality of care provided is consistent with all standards, regulations, and legislation.
- Provide a responsive and high-quality service to users, their families and our partners based on an assessment of need, which is regularly reviewed, and is outcome driven.
- To establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and young people and their families and where necessary, to encourage and promote involvement to achieve positive outcomes.
- To work with firm and consistent boundaries to create a safe environment for children/young people and the staff team.
- Have the ability and skills needed to engage young people in social activities using local and other resources.

**Requirements**:

- You will need to be flexible with working hours, including days, evenings, weekends, sleeping in shifts.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to accept direction.
- Flexible in approach to your role.
- If not already qualified, a willingness to undertake QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People
- Full UK manual driving licence - for driving the homes vehicles.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Self-motivated and a positive nature
- Positive attitude to training and personal development.
- To put therapeutic theory into practice.

**In return you can expect the following from us**:

- Competitive Salary which is reviewed annually.
- Company Pension
- Clinical Staff Support
- Double time for Christmas Day.
- Staff Wellbeing Programme
- Up to £750 refer a friend payment.

**Schedule**:

- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

This position also requires an enhanced DBS background check along with other relevant employment checks. All applicants must be over 21 years old and have a full manual driver's licence to meet legislative and work requirements.
- This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the Home Manager._
- This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder._
- The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures and guidelines, including those relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Confidentiality of Information._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.00-£13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 39.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Residential Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)
- NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Together stronger - Support Worker

  • Residential support worker

    1 month ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    TeacherActive is proud to be working with a children’s residential home based in Swansea and surrounding areas. This setting can house up to four children at one time, however the number of children here on a long term basis fluctuates regularly. Our residential provider strives to create a safe space that is child focused, while understanding that...

  • Residential Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom Action for Children Full time

    Residential Support WorkerSalary: £24,800 per annum (£23,459 per annum pro-rata)Location: SwanseaContract/Hours: Permanent Part-time - 35 hours per weekBenefits:29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leaveGain professional qualifications and excellent training/development...

  • Residential Children's Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Residential Children's Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Children's Support Worker to join our team. As a Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable children and young people in a residential setting.About the...

  • Residential Children's Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Residential Children's Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Children's Support Worker to join our team. As a Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable children and young people in a residential setting.About the...

  • Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom Walsingham Support Full time

    Do you want to finish your day knowing you've made a genuine difference to someone's life? You can as a Support Worker working at Walsingham Support. If you want the satisfaction of helping our disabled service users live rewarding and fulfilled lives in their own homes, then we want to hear from you. This is a wonderfully varied role where you will build...

  • Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom Walsingham Support Full time

    Do you want to finish your day knowing you've made a genuine difference to someone's life? You can as a Support Worker working at Walsingham Support. If you want the satisfaction of helping our disabled service users live rewarding and fulfilled lives in their own homes, then we want to hear from you. This is a wonderfully varied role where you will build...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Join Our Team as a Children's Residential Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the well-being and development of children and young people in a residential setting.About the RoleWe are looking for a...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Join Our Team as a Children's Residential Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the well-being and development of children and young people in a residential setting.About the RoleWe are looking for a...

  • Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom Walsingham Support Full time

    **Are you passionate about helping others to reach their full potential?** **Then we have the job for you!** **About us** Walsingham Support are a charity that has been supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and complex needs across England and Wales since 1986. We pride ourselves on putting the individuals we support at the...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Children's Residential Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. As a key member of our residential care team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support to vulnerable children and young people.About the Role:We are looking for a Support Worker...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    **Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people?** We are recruiting Children’s Residential Support Workers for a 4-bed Children’s home in Neath Port Talbot with immediate...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    4 months ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom 1st Impression (Wales) LTD Full time

    **Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people?** We are recruiting for 3 Children’s Residential Support Workers for a 3 bedded Children’s home in Swansea with immediate...

  • Residential Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Residential Support WorkerTeacherActive is proud to be working with a children's residential home based in Swansea and surrounding areas.This setting provides a safe space for children with complex needs, including SEMH (social emotional mental health) and other trauma-related issues.We are seeking a driven and ambitious support worker who can...

  • Residential Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Residential Support WorkerTeacherActive is proud to be working with a children's residential home based in Swansea and surrounding areas.This setting provides a safe space for children with complex needs, including SEMH (social emotional mental health) and other trauma-related issues.We are seeking a driven and ambitious support worker who can...

  • Residential Support Worker

    5 months ago

    Swansea, United Kingdom safe selection recruitment Full time

    Overview: We are currently seeking a Support Worker to join our team. As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing assistance and support to individuals in need. This is a rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on the lives of others. please read the must haves before applying. MUST HAVE... - Enhanced DBS on the update service. -...

  • Residential Children's Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Residential Children's Support WorkerWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Children's Support Worker to join our team at Vetro Recruitment. As a Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable children and young people in a residential setting.About the...

  • Residential Children's Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Residential Children's Support WorkerWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Children's Support Worker to join our team at Vetro Recruitment. As a Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable children and young people in a residential setting.About the...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Children's Residential Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. As a key member of our residential care team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support to vulnerable children and young people.About the Role:We are looking for a Support Worker...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Children's Residential Support WorkerVetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. As a key member of our residential care team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support to vulnerable children and young people.About the Role:We are looking for a Support Worker...

  • Children's Residential Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Vetro Recruitment Full time

    Join Our Team as a Children's Residential Support WorkerWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team at Vetro Recruitment. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the well-being and development of children and young people in our care.About the RoleAs a Children's...