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Job Title: Senior Support Worker
Location: Children’s Home, SR2
Salary: £(phone number removed)pa + additional pay for sleep-in shifts
Hours: Full-time / Part-time (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts)

About Us:
We are an Ofsted-regulated Children’s Home providing specialist care for children and young people with additional learning difficulties (ALD). Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children can thrive, achieve their potential, and feel supported in every aspect of their development.

Role Summary:
We are looking for a committed and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality care, support children’s emotional and educational needs, and take a lead role in mentoring and guiding other staff members. This role requires flexibility, including participation in sleep-in shifts, which are paid at an additional rate.

Key Responsibilities:

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Provide day-to-day care and support to children in line with their care plans.

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Lead, mentor, and supervise junior staff to ensure excellent standards of care.

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Maintain accurate records, reports, and logs in line with Ofsted requirements.

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Implement positive behaviour management strategies and support children in resolving conflicts.

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Promote a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

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Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety regulations.

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Attend team meetings, training, and professional development sessions.

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Undertake sleep-in shifts as required (paid additionally).

Person Specification:

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Experience working in children’s homes or similar settings, ideally with ALD.

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Previous experience in a senior or leadership role is highly desirable.

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Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and Ofsted regulations.

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Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.

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Flexible approach to work, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

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Ability to inspire and motivate both children and colleagues.

Benefits:

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Competitive SR2 salary with extra pay for sleep-ins.

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Professional development and training opportunities.

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Supportive team environment.

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Career progression opportunities within the organisation.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role