Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential

Job Description

New Year, New Job!

Do you want to work for an established and successful company? One with decades of experience under its roof!

I am on the hunt for Senior Children’s Support Workers to join the team at this large and newly renovated residence that can be home to 6 young girls aged between 12-17. Rated *GOOD* on Ofsted.

As the homes specialise in therapeutic EBD Care, the young people under your care can vary from ADHD and poor mental health from various traumas. Due to the vulnerability, experience in this sector is essential. However, level 3 will not as will put candidates through training.

You will be helping shape the lives of these young people, so love and care, as well as determination to guide, is one of the most important aspects. As this will be their home, you will need to make the young people feel safe and looked after.

The Support Worker will work with professionals to ensure a supportive environment that promotes the well-being and development of the children in their care.

Benefits

⭐ Paid training – clear and highly praised progression path

⭐ The home is fully staffed, including management, so support is guaranteed.

⭐ 28 days Holiday PLUS chance to increase.

⭐ Clear path for progression.

⭐ Free food/ dinners on shift.

⭐ Gym and store discounts.

⭐ Support from a Clinical psychologist monthly.

Requirements

✅ Someone with empathy.

✅ Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with children and families.

✅ Experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting is highly desirable.

✅ Ability to develop and implement care plans tailored to individual needs.

✅ Proficiency in IT to maintain records and communicate with team members efficiently.

✅ A valid driving licence is preferred for transportation purposes.

✅ Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children’s growth and development.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling role as a Support Worker. If this role doesn’t quite hit all the points you are looking for, feel free to reach out to me, Lewis at Degreesix on the number 0116 464 00 31 and I will happily talk about other roles I am looking for.

INDPERM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £26,970.40-£28,390.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Residential Childcare: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• Level 3/4 Residential Childcare (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CCS.30.12.24