Residential Support Worker
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a permanent, part-time Residential Support Worker in Mumbles, Swansea, paying £28,100 plus sleep-in allowance to lead care shifts at the Ty Laura respite service.
- Role
- Residential Support Worker
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Mumbles, Swansea
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £28,100 per annum plus £50 per sleep-in
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Action for Children is seeking a shift-leading Residential Support Worker for their Ty Laura respite service in Mumbles, Swansea. The role involves guiding colleagues to provide high-quality care, promoting independence, and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for young people with additional needs. This is a permanent, part-time position requiring a compassionate practitioner who values teamwork and can manage daily routines effectively.
What you'll do
- Lead shifts to ensure daily routines and care tasks run smoothly.
- Provide personal care, emotional support, and consistent boundaries.
- Facilitate in-house and community activities that promote independence.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and risk awareness.
- Collaborate effectively with team members to foster a supportive home environment.
What it takes
- Experience leading shifts in a children's residential care setting.
- Demonstrable experience working in a care setting with service users.
- Solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 2 years).
- Registration with Social Care Wales (or willingness to complete).
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible family leave packages, pension with up to 7% matched contribution, life assurance, and staff discounts via Blue Light Card.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This role is based at the Ty Laura service in Mumbles, Swansea.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays £28,100 per annum, with an additional allowance of £50 for every sleep-in shift.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates should have residential care experience, shift-leading capability, and either hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to obtain it within two years.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should review the full job description via the provided link or contact Scott Jones at [email protected] quoting reference 13116.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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