Senior Children's Support Lead (Relief) – Trauma-Informed Care

Kent County Council; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Kent County Council in Ashford is seeking a Permanent Relief Senior Children’s Support Worker to help shape and deliver care at the Athena home. You will work on an ‘as and when required’ basis to support the home’s early development and ongoing operations.

The role focuses on leading shifts, safeguarding, and delivering high-quality care in a relationship-based, trauma-informed environment. Training and ongoing development are provided to enhance practice and outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people.
• Experience in residential care or similar settings.
• Knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and safeguarding practice.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed or PBS approaches, training and ongoing development provided.
• Experience leading shifts or supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home.
• Provide high-quality care and support to children.
• Role model best practice and support less experienced staff.
• Contribute to a positive, safe and nurturing environment.
• Be a champion for safeguarding, and positive experiences for children and their outcomes.

Skills

Experience with children

Residential care experience

Children’s Homes Reg 2015

Safeguarding knowledge

Trauma-informed/PBS

Lead shifts

Resilience and commitment

Job description

Kent County Council in Ashford is seeking a Permanent Relief Senior Children’s Support Worker to help shape and deliver care at the Athena home. You will work on an ‘as and when required’ basis to support the home’s early development and ongoing operations.

The role focuses on leading shifts, safeguarding, and delivering high-quality care in a relationship-based, trauma-informed environment. Training and ongoing development are provided to enhance practice and outcomes for children.