Senior Support Worker - Young People

AMAIS France; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join a vibrant team supporting children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and complex needs. This role involves delivering high-quality care, leading a support team, and making a significant impact on the lives of young people. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in a similar setting, with opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

Paid holiday

Pension contributions

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, or Challenging Behaviour.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Leadership or shift-leading experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of residential support workers.
• Promote a person-centred, therapeutic approach to care.
• Assist in planning and reviewing care plans and behavioural strategies.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Compassion

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

We’re looking for a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join a vibrant and supportive team, working with children and young people who have emotional, behavioural, and complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in residential childcare to step into a leadership role and make a lasting impact.

Your Role

As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care while providing guidance and supervision to the support team. You’ll be a role model for best practice, helping young people build confidence, independence, and life skills in a safe and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of residential support workers.

• Promote a person-centred, therapeutic approach to care that empowers young people.

• Assist in planning and reviewing care plans and behavioural strategies.

• Ensure high standards of safeguarding, communication, and record keeping.

• Support with day-to-day activities, routines, and personal development goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, or Challenging Behaviour

• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills

• A calm, compassionate, and resilient personality

• Leadership or shift-leading experience is a plus

What We Offer

• Excellent pay rates

• Paid holiday and pension contributions

• Ongoing training and career development, including potential progression into management roles

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.

SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants