Children’s Residential Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker

Make a positive difference to young people!

Wokingham Borough Council has a range of fantastic opportunities for established, or aspiring Children’s Residential Support Worker’s to join our brand-new residential children’s home.

As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of a professional, child-centered service in accordance with the relevant regulations, legislation, and policy and procedures.

You will take on the role of a corporate parent, ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people, and provide high-quality support to ensure the best outcomes.

We have a variety of opportunities available, so we’re keen to hear from experienced Support Workers with a children or young person background, as well as individuals with the transferable skills and the desire to positively impact young people's lives.

We can offer ongoing support and training, and the option to complete your QCF Level 3 upon successful completion of your probation period.

Benefits

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 27-28 days (rising to 32-33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays

⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme

⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)

⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts

⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline

⭐ And much more

Key Responsibilities

• To take on the role of a corporate parent, providing our children and young people with love and direction.
• The ability to connect with and build meaningful relationships with children and young people who have had complex early lives.
• To take immediate action when the welfare or safety of children or young people is at risk.
• To ensure that the wishes, thoughts and feelings of our children and young people are advocated.
• Delivery of high-quality support and guidance in order to promote the best outcomes possible for children in placement.
• To support the Homes Manager to exceed expectations at Inspection and Regulation 44 visits in terms of delivering positive outcomes for young people.
• To be flexible and willing to do activities with the children and young people along with attending appointments.

Candidate Requirements

• Professional qualification in (recognised and current) QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare, or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this within the statutory timescales.
• The ability to engage with children and teenagers who have complex emotional needs.
• 2 years’ experience in Social Care is desirable.
• Ability to work the required shift patterns including weekends, overnights, late shifts and bank holidays.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop and advance to a Grade 6 once all progression criteria's have been met.

Our Area

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

For an informal discussion, please contact - Hayley Joyce (Residential Children’s Homes Manager) via email Hayley.joyce@wokingham.gov.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 20th April 2025, 11pm

Interview Date: TBC

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.