Senior Children's Support Worker — Trauma-Informed Leader

Kent County Council; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Generous leave

Structured training

Behaviour specialists support

Job summary

Kent County Council is recruiting a Senior Children's Support Worker for the Athena home in Sittingbourne. You will lead shifts, ensure safe staffing and continuity of care, and support assessment and care planning for children.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, trauma-informed practice and delivering a nurturing environment. We welcome committed, values-led practitioners with experience in residential care or similar settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people.
• Experience in residential care or similar settings.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practice and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed or PBS approaches (training 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 outcomes.
• Support assessment, care planning and delivery.
• Promote children's rights, voice and individual needs.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and work with professionals.

Skills

Experience with children and young ppl

Residential care experience

Children's Homes Regulations 2015

Trauma-informed or PBS approaches

Leading shifts / supporting others

Job description

Kent County Council is recruiting a Senior Children's Support Worker for the Athena home in Sittingbourne. You will lead shifts, ensure safe staffing and continuity of care, and support assessment and care planning for children.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, trauma-informed practice and delivering a nurturing environment. We welcome committed, values-led practitioners with experience in residential care or similar settings.