Senior Childrens Support Worker

Senior Children’s Support Worker

Location: CoventryHours: 2 Days On / 4 Days Off Rota | Including 6 Sleep-ins per MonthSalary: £35,000 per annum

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced and passionate Senior Children’s Support Worker to join a residential children’s home in Coventry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress their career within residential childcare while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

What will you be doing?

• Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.




• Leading shifts and supporting the effective day-to-day running of the home.




• Building positive relationships with young people and acting as a trusted role model.




• Supporting children to achieve their personal, educational, and social goals.




• Completing care plans, daily records, and incident reports accurately.




• Promoting safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children is always the highest priority.




• Working closely with families, social workers, schools, and other professionals.




• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.

Experience/Qualifications Required

• Previous experience working within a children’s residential care setting.




• Experience as a Senior Support Worker or a strong Support Worker ready to step up.




• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is desirable.




• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.




• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.




• Ability to work flexible shifts, including sleep-ins.




• Full UK Driving Licence is preferred.




• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum.




• Attractive 2 on, 4 off shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance.




• 6 sleep-ins per month included.




• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.




• Career progression within a growing organisation.




• Supportive and experienced management team.




• Pension scheme.




• Generous annual leave entitlement.




• Rewarding role with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives.

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