Senior Support Worker

1 month ago


Derbyshire, United Kingdom Siamo Recruitment a division of Siamo Group Full time
Job Title: Senior Support Worker

We are currently recruiting for an exceptional provider of care for Children & Young People. Our organisation offers excellent care and educational support to young people with challenging behaviours.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Senior Support Worker, assisting in the management of the home and working with a team to ensure positive outcomes for the young people.

The role will involve developing interests and attitudes of the young people and supporting them to live independent and healthy lives, while encouraging educational goals. You will support and lead a team to achieve the best outcomes.

We are looking for individuals with experience of working with challenging behaviour within a residential setting and an understanding of safeguarding and promotion of welfare of young people.

The full-time hours are 39 hrs per week and will require a mix of shifts to be worked with the requirement to work some weekends and bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins are required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Support in the development of new techniques and approaches to childcare within the provision.
Organise and shift lead in group activities and holidays
Encourage development in individual's interested and attitudes
Promote, safeguard and protect the welfare of each young person
Encourage young people to develop educationally
Observe and assess behaviours of the young people.
Ensure accurate care plans and reports at all times
Assist in developing care plans
Support and supervise care workers.
Liaise with outside agencies to ensure the best care. Carry out induction with staff and ongoing assessments.
Develop professional relationships with co-workers, young people and families
Attend meetings
Always ensure best care practices in line with policies and procedures
Assist senior managements in all aspect of running the home

Requirements:

Must have experience of working with young people in a residential setting
Must hold minimum of Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
Experience of work with learning Disabilities or SEBD would be extremely advantageous
Range of life skills and experience is essential.
Experience of leading a team is essential
Understanding of safeguarding and wellbeing with regards to children and young people
MUST be a driver and hold a valid UK Driving Licence

What We Offer:

You will receive a competitive salary and holiday entitlement, excellent training opportunities and career progression within an organisation that is growing and achieving outstanding results.
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