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We are working in partnership with a provider of children’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Residential Children's Worker in Chevington, Suffolk.

If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to children with EBD within a solo bed children's home. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent position working 38 hours per week plus sleep in's.

Previous experience as a senior is not essential, although you will need a Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £13.62 - £14.00 per hour + £64.00 per sleep. On average 5 sleep in's per month.

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:

* Clear pathway to Deputy manager position.

* Generous annual leave allowance

* Supportive company.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Tom Wilson