Senior Residential Children’s Worker

We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker based in Bradford. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress. This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week. Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need previous experience supporting children in a residential setting. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying £26,000-£30,000 per year inclusive of sleeps. As a Senior Residential Children’s Worker your responsibilities will include: * Attend staff meetings and supervisions. * Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the children and staff members during the shifts that you lead. * Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters. * Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures. * Provide support using a person centred approach. * Safeguard vulnerable children and report any suspicion or evidence of harm. * Continuous commitment to professional development. * To be willing to cover other homes when required. * Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals. Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including: * Sick Pay * Free meals on shift * Progression opportunities * Enrolment onto a level 3 or 4 in residential childcare To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Lane. Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus