Senior Support Worker

ARC (Norwich); Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to provide high-quality care for children and young people with special educational needs. This permanent, full-time role involves leading shifts, supervising staff, and maintaining an engaging environment. Candidates must have experience supporting children and young adults, alongside a commitment to flexible working hours, including weekends and school holidays.

Qualifications

• Dedication to providing care for children with special needs.
• Ability to lead shifts and supervise staff.
• Flexibility to work weekends and during school holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to children and young people.
• Lead shifts and manage staff communication.
• Ensure a safe and stimulating environment.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Senior Support Worker

Permanent

Location: Community Support in Norfolk and Suffolk

38 hours a week

Salary £27,650

We are recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Senior Support Worker on behalf of one of our clients who support young children and young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND).

This is a rare and exciting opportunity ideal for someone with experience supporting both children and young adults in a senior supporting setting current or most recent.

The role is full-time and requires flexibility, including some weekend work and availability during school holidays. The position is split between three days of Senior Support and two days dedicated to administrative duties, ensuring high-quality care and efficient service delivery.

The Role

• To provide high-quality, nurturing, and consistent care to children and young people, supporting them to achieve positive outcomes in line with their individual care and support plans.
• Lead shifts effectively, ensuring staff deployment, clear communication, and continuity of care.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to the staff team while ensuring that the service maintains a safe, caring, and stimulating environment that promotes each young person's welfare, independence, and development.