Senior Support Worker - Holbeach (PE12)

Keys; Holbeach CP; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 5.6 weeks incl. 8 public/

DBS check paid

QCF qualifications support

Nest Pension

Referral bonus £500

Full induction and onboarding

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a Senior Support Worker for a Children’s Residential unit in Holbeach. You will lead a caring team and deliver therapeutic, quality care for children with complex needs. A structured induction and ongoing professional development are provided, with enhanced pay and benefits for qualified staff.

You will manage shifts, including sleep-ins, and play a pivotal role in safeguarding and regulatory compliance while supporting positive outcomes for each child.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a Residential Children's home.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Able to work flexible shifts including sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality care services and contribute to strategic home developments.
• Lead and mentor the care team to deliver therapeutic support for each child.
• Act as a positive role model and build trusting relationships with children and staff.
• Coordinate with professionals to access services that support childcare practices.

Skills

Residential childcare

People management

Flexibility

Sleep-ins readiness

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

JOB ROLE: Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential

LOCATION: Holbeach, PE12

REQUIREMENTS: Full UK Driving License - Essential.

Are you looking to grow your career with a leading Company in a position where you will be valued and supported?

Do you share our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Caring?

Then why not unlock your career potential with Keys Group. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Support Worker or Support Worker looking for a step up to join our Children's home in the Holbeach area.

Why choose Keys Group for your career?

Keys Group provide innovative care and education services to children and young people who have complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties or who display challenging behaviour. We try and make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of them.

As well as competitive pay and in-house professional support, we provide and fully fund the necessary training for you to achieve valuable externally accredited qualifications.

What do you need?

• A minimum of 1 year experience working within a Residential Childrens home.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
• Related knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Highly driven, proactive and enthusiastic.
• A strong people manager with a hands on approach.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins
• You will be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people, led and supported by a Service Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Responsible for delivery of quality care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home and day to day shift management matters.
• Leading your team along with other professionals, you will provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child focused on obtaining the best outcomes.
• Act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to meet their everyday living needs, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change.
• Responsible for mentoring of staff and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home.
• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• Amazing Discount Scheme- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 21.

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• Salary £14.95 - £15.55 per hour £30,318 – £31,535 per year
• Frequency Hourly
• Job Reference Keysgroup/TP/101960/9371
• Contract Type Full Time
• Closing Date No expiry date
• Job Category Care and Support
• Business Unit Children's Residential