Job Title: Children's Senior Residential Support Worker/ Team Leader 

Location: Burton-on-Trent

Salary: up to £32,587 per annum inclusive of £40 sleep in allowance

About Us:

5ab Care is a provider of children's residential care services, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Our focus is on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Residential Care Worker or Team Leader to join our team in Houghton Conquest.

As a Team Leader at 5ab Care, you will be responsible for providing leadership and support within our home. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained at all times. The role requires a compassionate and dedicated individual who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities of Children's Senior Residential Support Worker:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.
• Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.
• Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued
• Liaise with the various internal and external multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning authorities to ensure that the care needs of new and existing children, and young people are met. This may also include chairing meetings, reviews and discussions
• Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Care Workers, providing guidance and support as required.
• Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.

Requirements for Senior Residential Support Worker:

• Level 3 or above diploma in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent.
• Previous experience working in a residential care setting with children and young people.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A compassionate and caring approach.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and available for ‘on call’ duties
• A full driving license is required for this role

What we offer in return:

• Casual Dress
• Competitive pay with additional sleep in rate (average of £4,800 p/year)
• 210 hours annual leave
• 3% Employer Pension contribution
• 100% training funded by employer (Inc. diplomas Level 3,4 & 5)
• Competitive salary with overtime at plus £2 p/hour
• Free DBS check
• Refer a friend bonus scheme up to £500
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Career progression for all roles
• Therapeutic training & consultation for all staff
• A great work/life balance
• Team building events
• Electric car scheme

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people – click apply now!

5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.