Female Children's Senior Support Worker (KMFC1)

Swanton Care and Community; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring community service organization in Maidstone is looking for a Senior Support Worker to make a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities. The role involves daily care, supporting development and engaging in activities. The company offers competitive pay, flexible training, and various benefits, emphasizing a compassionate approach towards care and support. Join us in making a positive impact!

Benefits

Competitive pay

24/7 support for health and wellbeing

Pension plan

Discounts on top brands

Free ongoing training

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or adults with learning disabilities is required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with their daily care to ensure they are safe and healthy.
• Encouraging the child's development by supporting learning opportunities.
• Engaging children in play and activities to enhance their quality of life.
• Acting as a mentor to other support workers.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassion

Can-do attitude

Flexible approach to work

Job description

Must Drive

Earn competitive pay + develop and grow with a company that cares about you!

If you’re outgoing, friendly and passionate about children, you could make a real positive difference as a Senior Support Worker in the Swanton Community Services Children’s Team in Kent.

You’ll be supporting children with learning disabilities, autism and health needs to lead happy, healthy, fun filled lives in their home, at school and in the community. You will be role modelling best practice to other staff and encouraging them to do their very best.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Children with their daily care – ensuring they are safe, healthy and thriving
• Encouraging the child’s development – supporting them in every opportunity where they can learn and grow
• Proactive support – supporting children to engage in play and activities to enhance their quality of life
• Supporting staff – acting as a mentor to other support workers and supporting the manager

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 24/7 support – for your health and mental wellbeing
• Pension – to help you prepare for the future
• Great perks – big discounts on top brands
• Free ongoing training – allocated time to participate in excellent training
• Refer-a-Friend – earn £400 for every referral that starts with us *T&Cs apply

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion and a can-do attitude at all times
• A responsible, dedicated and a flexible approach to work

Previous experience working with children or adults with learning disabilities is required. When you join, you’ll receive advanced training from our Training Academy where you’ll learn the specialist skills to deliver high quality support.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply now to be a part of our fantastic Team and make the ‘Swanton Difference’ through our focus on quality and compassion!