Child and Family Support Specialist

7 days ago


Ilford, Greater London, United Kingdom Barnardos Full time

Company Overview:

Barnardo's, the UK's largest Children's Charity, is embarking on an innovative journey with Leicestershire County Council to deliver a range of children's homes for the most vulnerable children & young people in Leicestershire.

Salary:

The estimated salary for this role is £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our ever-growing Leicestershire Residential Team on a full-time permanent basis. As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children and young people aged 8-18 in one of our residential homes.

Key Responsibilities:

Build trusting relationships with service users, promoting independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilitiesWork collaboratively with parents/carers and other professionals to ensure comprehensive supportLead and support Residential Support Workers in their day-to-day dutiesContribute to the upkeep of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and household tasksMaintain accurate records and documentationEnsure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to at all timesPromote a safe environment, monitoring and mitigating risks as necessary

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within the required timeframe)
  • Relevant experience working with children and young people
  • At least 1 year's supervisory and shift leader experience in a residential care setting
  • Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility to commit to sleep-ins and shift work, including weekends and bank holidays

Benefits:

Barnardo's offers a competitive package, including:

  • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years' service
  • HolidayPlus scheme allowing up to 5 additional days' leave
  • Family-friendly leave options, including company maternity/paternity/adoption pay
  • Service-related sick pay from day 1
  • Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched contribution
  • Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings
  • Cycle2work scheme
  • Interest-free season ticket loans
  • Discounts and cashback at high street shops via our Benefit Portal
  • 20% discount at Barnardo's stores

About You:

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates who share our passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop, we encourage you to apply.



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