Job Title: Residential Senior Support Worker
* Location: Leicestershire
* Salary: £28,000 + additonal pay for sleep ins
* Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
* shift times: 8am to 10pm / 10am to 10pm / 10pm to 8.15am
* Age Range of Service users: 8 to 18 years old
* Hours: 37 hour per week (alternate weekends)
* Sleep ins: 1 per week
About Us:
We are a well-established, Ofsted-rated children’s care home providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for young people aged 8 to 18 years old. Our mission is to empower children and young people to achieve their full potential, offering personalized care plans, therapeutic support, and development opportunities. Our home is a place where every child is valued, respected, and given the tools they need to thrive.
The Role:
As a Residential Senior Support Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the welfare and development of the young people in our care. You will lead by example, providing high-quality care, guidance, and support to the children and working closely with the team to create a safe and positive environment. Your role will involve:
* Supervision & Leadership: Overseeing the day-to-day activities of support staff, ensuring best practices are followed and providing guidance and mentoring as needed.
* Care Planning: Developing, implementing, and reviewing personalized care plans, working closely with social workers, families, and other professionals to meet each child’s individual needs.
* Support & Wellbeing: Building positive relationships with young people, helping them to develop life skills, manage their emotions, and achieve their goals.
* Safeguarding: Ensuring all safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to, and any concerns are reported and managed appropriately.
* Team Collaboration: Working with the management team to ensure the home meets and exceeds Ofsted standards, participating in inspections, and implementing any required improvements.
* Administration: Managing records, writing reports, and ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Experience: experience working in a residential children’s care setting, with at least 1 year in a senior or supervisory role.
* Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent.
* Knowledge: Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development, and the needs of looked-after children.
* Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
* Commitment: A passion for working with children and young people, with a commitment to their wellbeing and development.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with opportunities for progression
* Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
* Supportive working environment with a focus on staff wellbeing
How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated and experienced professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to a thorough background check and an enhanced DBS check.