Senior Residential Support Worker

Karma Health and Wellbeing Ltd ,
Llanelli, Dyfed

Overview

Job Description

On behalf of my client we are recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker for the Llanelli, Wales sarea. My client is looking for a passionate, professional and dedicated senior support worker to work with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties and challenging behaviours. You must have your Level 3 in Children and Young People qualification is essential for this role. Successful applicants will have previous experience of working with young people with challenging behaviour. As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you'll be doing the following: * Supporting the management to run a successful staff team and all day to day operations of the home * To assist the management team with the supervisions of junior staff * Inducting new staff into the homes procedure and culture * Ensuring the highest standards of care in relation to the young people's physical, behavioural and emotional needs. * Be the young person's champion and as part of the wider team strive to ensure that they achieve their aspirations and full potential * Assist senior staff with the writing and maintaining of placement and risk management plans * Support young people in daily activities including family contact, attending local clubs, 1:1 activities in the community, promoting independence and social behaviour. * You will be assigned a key child and play a pivotal role in their day to day life including attending reviews and liaising with external agencies * Support and encourage educational engagement The salary is up to £21,994.57 per annum plus sleep in allowance Due to the nature of the role a full driving licence is required.