Bank Residential Support Worker
Location: Northampton
Salary: £13.00
Contract Type: Bank / Casual Hours
At Children & Adolescents Placement Provisions, we are looking for two dedicated Bank Residential Support Workers to join our team, supporting our two Children's Homes in Northampton on a flexible, as-needed basis.
We would love to hear from you if you have current or previous experience working within a Children's Home environment and are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people. As a Bank Residential Support Worker, you will play an important role in supporting our established teams, providing high-quality care and contributing to the smooth running of our homes during periods of staff absence, increased occupancy, annual leave, or additional service needs.
You will be a valued member of our wider care team, working alongside our Registered Manager, Head of Care, Senior Residential Support Workers, and Residential Support Workers to provide consistent, nurturing, and child-centred care.
About the Role
As a Bank Residential Support Worker, you will:
- Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in our homes.
- Work flexibly across our services to meet operational needs.
- Support the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.
- Promote positive outcomes and help children achieve their full potential.
- Support the day-to-day operation of the home and contribute to a positive living environment.
- Build positive relationships with children, young people, families, and professionals.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures, and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
- Complete accurate records, reports, and documentation.
- Take a hands-on approach, working directly with children and young people to meet their individual needs and support their development.
What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience working within a Children's Home, residential childcare setting, or a similar environment supporting children and young people.
- A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Children and Young People's Workforce) or equivalent qualification is desirable.
- Good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practices and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A caring, resilient, and child-focused approach.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays as required.
What We Offer
- Flexible bank shifts to fit around your availability.
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Ongoing training and continuous professional development opportunities.
- Support from an experienced management team, including our Registered Manager and Head of Care.
- Opportunities to gain additional shifts and develop your career within our organisation.
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.
Recruitment Information
This role is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
If you have relevant qualifications, experience, or transferable skills and are looking for a flexible bank role within residential childcare, we encourage you to apply today. Full details, including the Job Description and Person Specification, will be provided as part of the application process.
Join our team and help us provide safe, nurturing, and positive environments where children and young people can thrive.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
