Senior Therapeutic Support Worker

The Leader Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking a Senior Support Worker for a therapeutic children's home in Hemel Hempstead. In this full-time role, you will provide vital care and support to children with complex needs, ensuring their safe development and well-being, while working within a compassionate team. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Fully funded training and qualifications

Free meals during shifts

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months' experience in children's residential care.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Assist in managing the home, ensuring quality care.
• Record events and contribute to care plans.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children and Young People (CYPW)

Residential Childcare qualification

Job description

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Base pay range

Position: Senior Support Worker

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £15.40 - £16.00 per hour + £62.64 per sleep-in (approx. 4-8 sleep-ins per month, adding £3,000-£6,000 per annum)

Hours: Full-Time, 39 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Level 3 CYPW or Residential Childcare and Full UK Driving Licence Required

About The Opportunity

Leader Recruitment Group, a premier agency specialising in recruitment for children's residential care, is excited to represent our client in their search for a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join a therapeutic children's home in Hemel Hempstead. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior or experienced Children's Support Worker to take on a rewarding role with a growing organisation that champions excellence, passion, integrity, and caring. As a Senior Support Worker, you will help deliver high-quality, therapeutic care to children and young people with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or challenging behaviour, making every day extraordinary for those in your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to provide a safe and nurturing environment, supporting young people's positive development.
• Assist in the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring professional and competent delivery of care under the guidance of the Service Manager.
• Lead and support colleagues to provide therapeutic care tailored to each child's needs, promoting recovery, growth, and lasting change.
• Act as a positive role model for children and colleagues, building trusting relationships to meet everyday living needs.
• Record events, observations, and progress reports, contributing to the development and implementation of care plans.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding procedures and organisational policies to promote the welfare of young people.
• Work flexibly, covering long day shifts, weekends, and sleep-in duties (approx. 4-8 per month).
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Essential: Minimum of 12 months' experience in children's residential care or knowledge of child-centred, therapeutic models.
• Essential: Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children and Young People (CYPW) or Residential Childcare.
• Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent communication skills and a naturally caring, flexible, and resilient approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, young people, and external professionals.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Flexibility to work long day shifts, weekends, and sleep-in duties as required.
  
  

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £15.40 - £16.00 per hour, plus £3,000-£6,000 per annum for sleep-ins.
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
• Full induction and introductory programme.
• Fully funded training and externally accredited qualifications to support career progression.
• Enhanced pay scales recognising qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Free meals during shifts.
• NEST Pension Scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Fully funded enhanced DBS check.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, therapeutic environment.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
  

About The Role

This role is based at a therapeutic children's home in Hemel Hempstead, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or challenging behaviour. As a Senior Support Worker, you will work closely with the Service Manager to deliver child-centred, therapeutic care, ensuring positive outcomes and fostering trusting relationships. This role offers the chance to grow your career while making a lasting difference in young lives.

How To Apply

At Leader Recruitment Group, we are dedicated to connecting talented professionals with impactful roles in children's residential care. If you are an experienced Senior Support Worker or Children's Support Worker ready for a rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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