Senior Support Lead – Children’s Home

Sgscare; Fareham; On-site; GBP 28,709 - 35,089; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual dress

Meals included whilst working

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Personal development plans

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced overtime rates

Christmas voucher

Enhanced DBS paid for by our client

Job summary

Sgscare is seeking a Senior Support Worker for a Children’s Home in Fareham. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care, mentoring junior staff, and managing challenging behaviours effectively. Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in Children’s Residential Care and an NVQ Level 3 qualification.

Key responsibilities include leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The position offers a permanent contract, competitive salary, and various employee benefits including meals and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience within Children's Residential Care.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delegating the staff team to ensure effective shift management.
• Supporting and supervising junior team members.
• Assisting the Registered Manager with delegated management responsibilities.
• Participating in on-call duties as required.
• Maintaining a safe, caring, and structured environment.

Skills

Leadership

Child safeguarding

Managing challenging behaviours

Effective care planning

Team management

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Residential Care

Job description

Sgscare is seeking a Senior Support Worker for a Children’s Home in Fareham. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care, mentoring junior staff, and managing challenging behaviours effectively. Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in Children’s Residential Care and an NVQ Level 3 qualification.

Key responsibilities include leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The position offers a permanent contract, competitive salary, and various employee benefits including meals and professional development opportunities.