Senior Support Worker. Job in Radstock Education & Training Jobs

Major Healthcare Ashford; Radstock; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A therapeutic care provider is seeking a Senior Support Worker for their team in Radstock, Somerset. The successful candidate will support child care in a trauma-informed environment and must have a residential child care background and be willing to pursue NVQ Level 3. Responsibilities include team support, safeguarding, and staff development. Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential child care.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles.
• Ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager with staff management.
• Ensure safeguarding practices are upheld.
• Build relationships with children and staff.
• Lead and co-ordinate staff training.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Leadership

Knowledge of trauma-informed care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Job description

Position

Senior Support Worker

What’s in it for you?

Basic salary of 29,000 plus sleep is paid at 60.00 per shift. Total earnings would be 32,200 p.a.

Where you'll be doing it

I have 2 role for Chippenham, Wiltshire or Radstock, Somerset

Your employment contract

Permanent

Your hours

42 hours a week made up of days and sleep ins

Who you would be working for

A therapeutic children and young people's care provider with a network of homes throughout the UK, looking after those with a background of trauma. Their goal is to focus on staff development so team members undergo continuous training to support growth and knowledge. You will have adequate tools to carry out your job safely, whilst feeling valued.

What would your responsibilities be?

• Working as a team and supporting the Manager with staff management, develop the therapeutic care given.
• Ensure safeguarding practices are upheld and exceeds the Ofsted regulations.
• Build relationships and be empathetic and engaging with all.
• Lead and co-ordinate staff to learn and follow procedure and help them develop their skills, participate in events in the community and assist with practical matters around the home

Requirements

To be a senior, you need to have come from a residential child care background and have or be willing to take your NVQ 3 in Residential Childcare. You will be familiar with trauma informed care and able to demonstrate your understanding of this. You will naturally be able to lead by example at work and have a patient and friendly disposition

How to apply?

Please click apply

Not for you?

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Due to the nature of the role, my client does require you to be DBS cleared.

Please note we are not able to accept applications from those requiring sponsorship at this time.