Senior Support Worker

Keys Children; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Paid training

32 days leave

Free DBS check

NEST Pension

Job summary

Keys Group is recruiting a Senior Support Worker for its Children’s Residential services in Sheffield. You will lead a caring team, deliver therapeutic care, and work with professionals to support each child to thrive in a safe, supportive home environment.

We offer progression opportunities, funded qualifications, paid training, and a comprehensive induction program as part of our modern, welfare-focused employer approach.

Qualifications

• 12 months minimum experience in Children’s Residential care.
• Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People required.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of care staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Provide a safe, loving home environment for children and young people.
• Collaborate with professionals to tailor care to each child.
• Support the development and progression of the children under care.

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential

Location: Sheffield

Hours: Full-time, 39 hours per week

Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence is required

The Opportunity:We are experiencing continued growth within our EPIC team and are seeking a full-time Senior Support Worker to join our amazing, supportive team in Nottingham. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding care and support, helping young people lead happy and fulfilling lives.

Keys Group provides sector-leading training and coaching to help our staff level up and advance their careers. By learning new key skills and gaining a variety of excellent qualifications, you will open up numerous progression opportunities within the social care sector.

Many of our regional and service managers started as support workers and have successfully climbed the Keys ladder – and we are committed to supporting you to do the same!

As a Senior Support Worker, you will be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people. You will be led and supported by a registered manager, working alongside other professionals to deliver therapeutic care and support tailored to each individual child.

Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring that the care provided meets the highest standards and that each child has the opportunity to thrive

Requirements:

• A minimum of 12 months of experience in Children's Residential is required
• Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits of joining Keys Group

• Real Progression Opportunities –Let us invest in you and level up your career
• Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
• Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
• Family Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.
• Rewarding Job -Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
• Supportive Management - regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying life at Keys Group
• Regular Team Meetings –Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard
• Funded Qualifications– We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities and extra pay
• Paid Training –Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career
• Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.
• Free Meals –Enjoy complimentary meals during your shift
• NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
• Staff Referral Scheme– Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
  Free Enhanced DBS Check: We cover the cost of your enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
• Circle App – internal communications on the next level, be part of something special

About Us:

Keys Group is a leading provider of innovative care and education services for children and young people with complex needs, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to make every day extraordinary for the children we support, believing in their potential and helping them achieve it. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Safeguarding Commitment:

Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities:

Keys Group is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community.

Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.

As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.