Senior Residential Support Worker

Senior Residential Support Worker Location: Oldham Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Part-Time options available) Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week Salary: £14 per hour Sleep-In Rate: £65 per night Benefits: 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), career progression opportunities, and additional benefits. Role Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team in Oldham. In this role, you will provide high-quality care to children and young people in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. You will lead by example, supporting the team in maintaining the highest care standards. Key Responsibilities: * Provide a nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people. * Work closely with the Deputy and Manager to ensure smooth operation and compliance with Ofsted standards. * Act as a key worker, delivering tailored care based on individual needs. * Assist with daily activities, including personal care, cooking, and managing pocket money. * Support children's education and learning activities. * Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with all policies and procedures. * Lead on health and safety, ensuring a safe environment for all. * Be available for on-call duties as needed. * Administer medication as required. Team Responsibilities: * Guide and support team members, fostering a positive and accountable culture. * Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment. * Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive work setting. Essential Qualifications and Experience: * Experience: Proven experience in a residential care setting, particularly working with children or young people. Previous experience in a supervisory or senior role is preferred. * Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care or equivalent is essential. * Skills: Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage challenging situations effectively. * Compliance: Understanding of safeguarding practices, regulatory frameworks, and Health and Safety requirements. ?Apologies but we can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Lotus Recruitment Ltd are an employment agency acting on behalf of our clients. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, as much as we would like to, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful