Residential Support Worker – Edge of Care

Grade G scp 23 £ 34,434 to scp 27 £ 38,220 plus 7% shift enhancement , Essential car user allowance up to £963pa

• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  37 per week
• Essential qualifications:
  Relevant NVQ Level 3/Level 3 Diploma or equivalent or the ability and commitment to complete the Level 4 Children and Young People Practitioner Apprentice within 24 months
• Essential requirement: full driving licence
• Essential: enhanced DBS check
• Age restrictions apply 21+
• Interview date: TBC

For further information about this role, contact:

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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£34,434 to £38,220 essential car user allowance up to £963pa - pay award pending

Every family has a story. Could you help change the ending?

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families?

We are looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver high-quality support that creates lasting positive outcomes to enable children to remain at home wherever possible.

If you have relevant experience but don’t have a professional qualification, we can support you to achieve this in work.

• Delivering high-quality outreach and short break care support to children, young people, and families
• Building strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, and carers
• Supporting families with practical guidance to promote consistent, safe parenting
• Providing emotional and behavioural support to help young people reach their full potential
• Working one-to-one with children and young people to build confidence, independence, and resilience
• Acting as a positive role model and advocate for those in your care
• Safeguarding and always promoting the welfare of children
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes
• Maintaining accurate records in line with regulatory and organisational standards
• Helping create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where young people can thrive

If you would like to know more about the role before applying we would love to hear from you, please contact Registered Manager, Natalie Ofori

We’re looking for individuals who are:

• Caring, resilient, and professional in their approach
• Skilled at building positive relationships and communicating effectively
• Confident in managing challenging behaviours and situations
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding and committed to protecting vulnerable individuals
• Flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including outreach and residential support

The post requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent or a commitment to undertake the level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner apprenticeship from you to achieve the qualification within two years of appointment.

If you think you are what we are looking for please apply with your CV and a covering letter telling us

• about your previous experience working with young people
• how you would deliver one-to-one outreach support

Unfortunately, if you do not tell us about your experience with young people, we will not be able to consider your application.

Applications will be reviewed fortnightly and shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview. You will therefore receive a prompt response from us. We look forward to receiving your application!

This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough.

Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents.

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