Senior Children's Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine spezialisierte Rekrutierungsgruppe sucht einen engagierten Senior Support Worker für ein therapeutisches Kinderheim in St Albans. In dieser Rolle bieten Sie hochwertige, therapeutische Pflege für Kinder mit komplexen Bedürfnissen und Verhaltensschwierigkeiten. Sie arbeiten eng mit dem Management zusammen, um eine sichere und unterstützende Umgebung zu schaffen, die das positive Wachstum der Kinder fördert. Diese Position bietet nicht nur die Möglichkeit, einen bedeutenden Einfluss auf das Leben junger Menschen zu haben, sondern auch Karriereentwicklungsmöglichkeiten in einem unterstützenden Umfeld.

Benefits

28 Tage Jahresurlaub

Lebensversicherung

Erhöhte Elternzeit

Finanzierte DBS-Prüfung

Karriereentwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Qualifications

• Mindestens 12 Monate Erfahrung in der Kinderbetreuung.
• Vollständiger Führerschein und Zugang zu einem Fahrzeug erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Bereitstellung einer sicheren, förderlichen Umgebung für Kinder.
• Führung und Unterstützung von Kollegen bei der Bereitstellung von Pflege.

Skills

Erfahrung in der Kinderbetreuung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Flexibilität

Resilienz

Education

Level 3 CYPW oder Residential Childcare Qualification

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Senior Children's Support Worker, Saint Albans

Client: Leader Recruitment Group

Location: Saint Albans, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a676ba7f4de1

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Position: Senior Support Worker

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Salary: £15.40 - £16.00 per hour + £62.64 per sleep-in (approx. 4-8 sleep-ins per month, adding £3,000-£6,000 per annum)

Hours: Full-Time, 39 hours per week

Requirements: Level 3 CYPW or Residential Childcare qualification, Full UK Driving Licence

About the Opportunity

Leader Recruitment Group, a specialist in children's residential care recruitment, is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker for a therapeutic children's home in St Albans. This role involves providing high-quality, therapeutic care to children with complex needs and behavioural difficulties, supporting their development and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing environment to promote positive development.
• Assist in managing the home alongside the Service Manager.
• Lead and support colleagues in delivering therapeutic, child-centred care.
• Build trusting relationships with children and colleagues.
• Record observations and contribute to care planning.
• Ensure safeguarding and organizational policies are followed.
• Work flexibly, including long shifts, weekends, and sleep-ins (approx. 4-8 per month).

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 12 months' experience in children's residential care or knowledge of therapeutic models.
• Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children and Young People or Residential Childcare.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Strong communication skills, caring, flexible, and resilient approach.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external professionals.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: £15.40 - £16.00 per hour plus sleep-in payments.
• 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays.
• Full induction and training, with opportunities for career development.
• Enhanced pay scales based on qualifications and experience.
• Benefits: life assurance, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, funded DBS check.
• Supportive, therapeutic environment with career progression opportunities.

About the Role

This position is based at a therapeutic children's home in St Albans, focusing on providing a safe, nurturing environment for children with complex needs. As a Senior Support Worker, you will work closely with management to deliver therapeutic, child-centred care, making a positive impact on young lives and advancing your career.

INDHSS

Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.