Senior Mental Health Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Mental Health Support Worker

Location: Coalville, Leicestershire

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children and young people’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Mental Health Residential Support Worker to join our new Mental Health Residential Home in Coalville, Leicestershire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing environment, supporting children and young people with complex needs as they recover from mental health issues and prepare for their next steps.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Residential Support Worker based in Coalville, your daily duties will include:

• Building trust and developing nurturing relationships to promote independence, wellbeing, and resilience among service users.
• Leading and supporting Residential Support Workers in their day-to-day responsibilities.
• Contributing to the upkeep of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Documenting information accurately and ensuring all records are up to date.
• Ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are strictly followed.
• Promoting a safe, therapeutic environment at all times, in line with organisational standards.
• Working flexibly across various locations within Leicestershire, including Hinckley, Braunstone, Mountsorrel, Market Harborough, and Syston, to support service delivery.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will need:

• A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare or be willing to complete this within a specified timeframe.
• Relevant experience working with children and young people, ideally in a residential care setting.
• At least 1 year of supervisory and shift leading experience.
• A good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous pension scheme, holiday entitlement starting at 26 days, increasing with service.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with employer contributions.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at major retailers, and cashback offers.
• Free access to employee assistance programs and ongoing training opportunities.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture committed to diversity and inclusion.

If you are a qualified Senior Residential Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Coalville, Leicestershire, apply today! Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.

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