Senior Support Worker

Job Description:

JM Workforce Services are currently working with a well-respected and emerging Children's Social Care provider based in Leicester and Leicestershire to recruit a Children's Senior Support Worker for a Children's home provider.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Children's Senior Support Worker to lead shifts and ensure the highest standards of care for children in a residential setting. The role involves planning and managing shifts, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, and providing leadership and support to the care team.

JM Workforce Services are currently working with a well-respected and emerging Children's Social Care provider based in Leicestershire to recruit a Children's Senior Support Worker for a Children's home provider.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Children's Senior Support Worker to lead shifts and ensure the highest standards of care for children in a residential setting. The role involves planning and managing shifts, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, and providing leadership and support to the care team.

Please be aware you must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary - up to £35,000 + sleep-in allowance

• Expected hours: 40 per week plus sleeps

• Generous remuneration for sleep-in shifts

• Private healthcare

• Clear career progression

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage, and lead shifts, ensuring children are kept safe and engaged.

• Work flexibly, including office hours, early mornings, late nights, regular weekends, and bank holidays.

• Manage all risks in line with company policies and procedures.

• Provide reports and documentation reflecting the progress of the young people using paperless systems.

• Act as an advocate for the young people while using a positive parenting model.

Job Requirements:

• Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare (essential)

• Full UK Driving License (essential)

• Clean DBS

• Minimum 1 years' experience working in Children's Residential

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and qualified candidate to join our clients team in one of their children's residential homes.