Residential Support Worker

at  Action for Children

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER - DISABILITY SHORT BREAKS

Salary: £24,800 per annum (£23,459 per annum pro-rata) -(plus an opportunity to earn an additional £5,200 per annum based on an average of 2 sleep-in per week)
Location: Swansea
Contract/Hours: Permanent Part-time - 35 hours per week

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU

Are you resilient and have a positive approach to change and challenge? We are looking for someone with a ‘can do’ attitude to join our team. Ideally you will have:

• Demonstrable experience of working in a care setting and developing positive relationships through trust
• Application of a range of techniques to co-ordinate and communicate with service users and their families
• Demonstrate a solution focused approach to address problems, individually and in a team setting
• Demonstrate emotional resilience to respond to the challenging nature of the role
• Registration with Social Care Wales, or if not supported by us to complete
• Possess a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or recognised equivalent) or if you do not possess this you must be prepared to complete this within 2 years of commencing employment with us, full support will be provided.

GOOD TO KNOW

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Application Process
There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.
Contact: Scott Jones via email at quoting reference 10340

DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we’d love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within the Action for Children family.

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Our Residential Support Workers create a safe and supportive environment for children and young people to grow and develop. You will ensure their wellbeing is prioritised by delivering personalised care, guidance and advocacy. It is key that they stay safe and healthy and can reach their full potential.
In return we will offer you amazing opportunities to progress within our organisation.
We offer an in-depth induction process and training. Alongside this, we will enrol you in the qualifications which you need to work in the industry. Regular supervision with your line manager, team meetings etc. will ensure you feel part of our team.
Once you have gained the relevant experience and qualifications you will be ready to progress to the next step in your career with us.