Senior Day Support Worker – Children’s Home

SuperCare Residential; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Lewes is seeking a Senior Support Worker (Day Role) to provide consistent support for young people with autism and severe learning disabilities. This role involves leading activities, modeling best practices for junior staff, and ensuring a nurturing environment. With a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in similar settings, candidates will enjoy benefits like private healthcare, fitness contributions, and 36 days of paid training annually.

Benefits

Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

£40 monthly fitness contribution

Free meals and parking

Enhanced overtime pay & performance bonuses

36 days paid training per year

Birthday day off

Blue Light Card discounts

NEST pension scheme

Comprehensive well-being support

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or young person equivalent) is essential.
• Previous experience supporting children in a residential environment is required.
• Full UK driving licence is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, consistent support to young people with autism, ADHD, and severe learning disabilities.
• Help children navigate their daily routines including education and community outings.
• Use communication methods to support non-verbal children.
• Respond calmly to challenging behaviours and provide personal care.
• Monitor epilepsy and respond to seizures.

Skills

Experience supporting children with autism

Non-verbal communication approaches (PECS, Makaton)

Understanding of PBS and sensory regulation

Ability to manage difficult behaviours

Compassionate and reliable

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

A children's residential care provider in Lewes is seeking a Senior Support Worker (Day Role) to provide consistent support for young people with autism and severe learning disabilities. This role involves leading activities, modeling best practices for junior staff, and ensuring a nurturing environment. With a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in similar settings, candidates will enjoy benefits like private healthcare, fitness contributions, and 36 days of paid training annually.