Senior Support Worker

S.N.G Healthcare Group Ltd; Lyndhurst; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£28,000 - £30,000 per annum

£55 per sleep-in

Full-time, permanent position

Training and ongoing professional dev.

Opportunity to progress within the org

Beautiful location in New Forest

Job summary

S.N.G Healthcare Group Ltd is seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker for a children’s home in the New Forest area. You will support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes, working closely with the management team to maintain high standards of care.

The role involves leading and supporting the team, delivering direct 1:1 care, and contributing to a nurturing, safe environment. A Level 3 qualification and driving licence are required, with opportunity to progress to Level 5.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience working with children and young people
• A Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People or equivalent
• Willingness to work towards a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management
• A full, clean driving licence
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without sponsorship
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children
• Understanding of challenging behaviour and appropriate methods of control

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the wider team in residential childcare
• Provide direct 1:1 care to children
• Work with Deputy Manager and Registered Manager to maintain high care standards
• Promote a nurturing, safe and aspirational environment

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Emotional resilience

Driving licence

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People or equivalent

Job description

Senior Support Worker | Children's Residential

Location: New Forest

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum + £55 per sleep-in

Hours: Full-Time, Permanent - 40 hours + sleep ins

Shift Pattern: Long shifts, short shifts and sleep ins on rotation

Please note: You must have a minimum of 12 months' experience working with children and young people. We do not hold licences to support overseas candidates.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to join a residential children's home situated in the New Forest, supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.

This role is suitable for candidates commuting from Southampton, Totton, Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst, Lymington, New Milton, Ringwood, Christchurch, Bournemouth, Fordingbridge, Salisbury, Romsey, Hythe, Hythe and the Waterside, and surrounding areas.

You will work closely with the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager to maintain and develop high standards of care, promoting a nurturing, safe and aspirational environment for the children.

As a Senior Residential Child Care Worker, you will play an important role in leading and supporting the wider team, while also providing direct care and support to children on a 1:1 basis.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 12 months' experience working with children and young people
• A Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People or equivalent
• Willingness to work towards a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management
• A full, clean driving licence
• Experience working within residential childcare is desirable
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children
• Understanding of challenging behaviour and appropriate methods of control
• Ability to build positive relationships with children while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a teamLi>
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without s p o n s o r s h i p.
• Emotional resilience when working with challenging behaviours
• A positive, motivated and professional approach

Benefits:

• £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
• £55 per sleep-in
• Full-time, permanent position
• Opportunity to work within a supportive residential childcare environment
• Training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to work towards a Level 5 qualification
• Regular supervision and support
• Opportunity to progress within the organisation
• Beautiful location of the New Forest