Senior Support Worker – Leicester
Full timeJob Detail
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Job ID 2880
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Support Worker
Location:
LE2
LE3
LE5
Company Overview: Join an Outstanding company specializing in care and rehabilitation for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH), and trauma. Our homes are person-centred and focus on rehabilitation using a recovery model.
Salary: £33,000 per annum with sleeps
Bonus: Attendance bonus post-probation
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead and support our team in providing high-quality care to children and young people in our residential homes. In this role, you will ensure the delivery of person-centred care and therapeutic support, contributing to a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that promotes healing and development.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, support, and mentor a team of support workers to deliver exceptional care to children and young people.
Develop and implement individualised care plans and therapeutic strategies in line with the recovery model.
Support children and young people in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and positive behaviours.
Ensure the home environment is safe, clean, and welcoming.
Build trusting relationships with children and young people to facilitate their emotional and psychological well-being.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, social workers, and educational staff.
Conduct regular team meetings, supervisions, and appraisals to ensure staff development and adherence to best practices.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safeguarding requirements.
Manage administrative tasks, including record-keeping, report writing, and scheduling.
Requirements:
Significant experience working in a Residential Children’s Home.
NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (required); Level 5 (preferred).
Valid driving license.
Strong understanding of emotional and behavioural difficulties, social emotional mental health, and trauma.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts.
Proven ability to manage and resolve conflicts effectively.
Benefits:
Competitive salary with attendance bonus post-probation.
Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for career progression within an outstanding company.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people and have the leadership skills to support a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.