Acting Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker

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Job Description

• CF Social Work Ltd - Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 9SX
• Up to £28,000 per annum (experience dependent)
• 42 hours per week, 7 days per week on a rolling rota
• Full Time
• Permanent
• Reference: 0050
• Required as soon as possible

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Acting Senior Support Worker to join the team at our residential children's home in Felixstowe, Suffolk (with the ability to also work at our other homes across Suffolk should the need arise).

If you have a child-centred approach to care and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of the young people that we support, we encourage you to apply for this exciting new opportunity.

You will:

• have experience leading and supervising a team
• have experience working with children in a residential care setting, particularly those with behavioural or emotional difficulties
• ensure the care and welfare of each child in placement
• provide guidance and support to the team
• have the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• have proven knowledge of safeguarding legislation and responsibilities
• remain calm and professional when a young person is in a crisis
• possess excellent communication skills
• have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent is desirable or willing to work towards relevant qualifications
• hold a full UK driving licence
• be understanding that the needs of children, young people and their families are at the heart of everything we do.

About us

CF Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

We are committed to making our children feel valued and accepted in an environment where they can enjoy life and succeed

Our Vision

To help children, young people and families achieve the best possible outcomes, by providing exceptional interventions.

We will offer you:

CF Group is an innovative, progressive and forward-thinking company, whose range of services are developed to meet the current and emerging needs of children, young people and their families, as well as the commissioning teams, schools and social workers who support them.

Established and managed by education and social care professionals, our services are responsive, reliable, and adaptable. The field team are safely recruited, inducted and trained to provide a high standard of care and support, overseen by competent and confident managers across the company.

For more information

Please read the full Job Description (docx).

To find out more about us, please visit our website (https://cfsocialwork.co.uk).

Please contact Paula Lee by calling 01473 725794 for an informal discussion about the role.

How to apply

To apply, please complete an Application Form (docx) and submit via email to paulal@cfsocialwork.co.uk or cherise@cfsocialwork.co.uk.

Closing date: 5pm, 12 March 2025.

Interview dates: 10 - 12 March 2025.

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