Senior Support Worker - Children

Aspris; Liversedge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care and support within a residential setting. This position offers the chance to lead a team, engage with young individuals facing various challenges, and contribute to their development. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for those looking to enhance their skills while making a meaningful impact. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Full induction program

Specialist training and accredited qualifications

Opportunities for career development

Free meals during workdays

Fully funded DBS

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months experience in a residential setting.
• Achieved Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.
• Provide high-quality childcare practice within Aspris Care’s philosophy.

Skills

Team Leadership

Childcare Practice

Communication Skills

Experience with Challenging Behaviour

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic, and caring individual who is looking to take the next step in their career. Our role offers you the opportunity to work as a Senior member of our Residential team and really make a difference to our young people.

With Aspris, you will feel a sense of fulfilment knowing you have contributed to support our young people who may display disruptive behaviours, emotional and social difficulties.

What’s in it for you...?

• 25 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday.

• Full induction program, specialist training and accredited qualifications
• Opportunities for career development and progression within a growing company
• Free meals during your workday - eat at the home!
• Fully funded DBS
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee wellbeing assistance program

You will be part of a team who are like-minded and dedicated to caring for our young people with compassion and a commitment to creating positive relationships.

What are my responsibilities…?

• You will actively safeguard and promote the welfare of our children and young people who live in the home.
• To support across the home, working with the Registered Manager to provide the best possible care for our young people.
• As a Senior Support Worker, you will provide high quality childcare practice, within Aspris Care’s philosophy, underpinned by a Person-Centred Values therapeutic approach.

What we ask from you…

• Minimum 18 months or more experience working within a residential setting.
• Achieved your Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma (Residential Childcare) or equivalent
• Ability to interact with a range of people/young people.
• Confidence and ability to lead a team of Support Workers.
• To be able to provide consistency of care and support to the young people.
• Experience working with children who may display challenging behaviour.
• Shift work including weekends, evenings, and sleep-in duties on a rota system.
• Full driving licence is essential.

If this all sounds like something you would enjoy, we encourage you to apply to join our team. We can’t wait to meet you!

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