Senior Support Worker: Lead Childcare & Growth

Keys Group; Thringstone; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care company is seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker to join their team in Thringstone. In this position, you will provide quality care for children and young people and manage day-to-day operations in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in a children's home, holds an NVQ Level 4 qualification, and possesses strong management skills. This role offers competitive pay, fully funded training, and a flexible work schedule, including the need for shifts and sleep-ins.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Fully funded training and qualifications

Life assurance

28 days annual leave minimum

Free meals

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year experience working within a Residential Children's home.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work flexibly, including shifts and sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality care services in a safe and loving home.
• Responsible for strategic planning and day-to-day management.
• Provide therapeutic care and support for individual children.
• Act as a positive role model for colleagues and children.
• Mentor staff and access appropriate services for childcare.

Skills

Experience in a Residential Children's home

Knowledge of Ofsted legislation

Strong people management

Proactive and enthusiastic

Education

NVQ Level 4 in residential childcare

Job description

A leading care company is seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker to join their team in Thringstone. In this position, you will provide quality care for children and young people and manage day-to-day operations in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in a children's home, holds an NVQ Level 4 qualification, and possesses strong management skills. This role offers competitive pay, fully funded training, and a flexible work schedule, including the need for shifts and sleep-ins.