Children's Residential Worker x3

As a Senior Children's Residential Worker, you'll step into a role that is both exciting and rewarding. Not only will you provide exceptional care, but you'll also play a key role in shaping a brand-new service from its very beginnings. In this leadership position, you'll have the chance to drive innovation, helping to establish a caring home environment that meets the individual needs of young people. You'll be instrumental in leading a dedicated team, mentoring and supporting staff to ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding are upheld.

Beyond direct care, you'll be involved in modernising the service, contributing to business plans, and influencing the strategic direction of the home. This role offers fantastic opportunities for personal and professional growth, with access to specialist training and ongoing development to enhance your leadership skills. Most importantly, you'll be joining at a pivotal moment, as this is the first service of its kind in the area-offering you the rare chance to help shape and define something new, innovative, and truly transformative.

We're seeking someone who embodies our values and shares our deep commitment to making a difference in children's lives. You're caring, compassionate, and genuinely driven to provide the best possible outcomes for young people. With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and leadership experience, you bring a calm, steady presence even in the most challenging situations, always putting the child's well-being at the centre of everything you do.

You approach every challenge with optimism and see each difficulty as an opportunity to support and empower young people. Leading by example, you inspire your team to create a nurturing and safe environment where children can grow, learn, and develop independence. Your values of respect, kindness, and empathy shine through in your work, and you're passionate about building a home where each child feels truly supported.

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is dedicated to delivering high-quality, child-centred care that focuses on meeting each young person's individual needs and aspirations. As a forward-thinking local authority, we're proud to be launching our first-ever residential home for children. By joining us, you'll be part of a passionate, supportive team, committed to creating a safe and nurturing space where children can thrive.

We also recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with fantastic benefits designed to help you grow and succeed:

Competitive Salary:

We value your experience and expertise and offer a highly competitive salary package.

Local Government Pension Scheme:

Enjoy peace of mind with our excellent pension benefits.

Ongoing Learning & Development:

Take advantage of training and development opportunities to enhance your career.

Generous Annual Leave:

Benefit from a substantial leave allowance to support your work-life balance.