Senior Support Worker

Aim Recruitment; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 26,800 - 30,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work/life balance

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

A supportive care provider in Gillingham is seeking a Senior Support Worker to make a significant difference in children's lives through care, support, and supervision. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and at least 2 years of experience in childcare. Responsibilities include building positive relationships with young people and guiding the support team while ensuring effective communication with management. Salary ranges from £26,800 to £30,500 depending on experience and role specifics.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Residential Childcare.
• Must have a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, support, and supervision to children.
• Create positive relationships with young people.
• Guide and support fellow support workers and communicate with management.

Skills

Experience in Residential Childcare

Strong communication skills

Guidance and support to team members

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Role

• As a Senior Support Worker you will have the opportunity to make a huge difference within a child’s life by providing care, support, and supervision.
• You will create positive relationships with the young people (children), meeting their needs and safeguarding them at all times.
• Being a senior within a home you will give guidance and support to all support workers while providing excellent communication to the Registered Manager of the performance and needs of everyone.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• You must also have at least 2 years experience within Residential Childcare and working alongside young people.
• You must also have a valid UK driving licence.
• Salary between £26,800 - £30,500 (Dependant on sleep-ins).
• Great work/life balance. Rotas provided ensures consistency for the children and young people whilst providing you with flexibility and the means for training and progression.
• Work with an excellent support / caring company that truly care for their young people.

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