Senior Support Worker – Residential Children’s Home
Location: Leicester
Salary: £13 per hour
Shift Pattern: 1 day and night shift on, followed by 2 days off
About Us:
Joneshouse Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading residential children’s home in Leicester. Our client is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children, empowering them to thrive and reach their full potential.
The Role:
We are seeking compassionate and experienced Senior Support Workers to join our client’s team and provide high-quality care and guidance to the children in their home. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people in their development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver exceptional care and support in line with individual care plans.
* Lead and mentor the support team during shifts.
* Ensure the home operates to the highest safeguarding and care standards.
* Build positive, trusting relationships with the children, promoting their emotional and social development.
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.
Requirements:
* Experience: Minimum of two years working in a residential setting with children.
* Qualifications: Relevant childcare qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent).
* Skills: Strong leadership, excellent communication, and a compassionate approach.
* Flexibility to work a rota of day and night shifts.
What’s on Offer:
* Competitive pay at £13 per hour.
* Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.
* Structured shifts to provide work-life balance.
Take the next step in your career by supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential.
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