Senior Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Support Worker – Children
Location: Preston

Job Description:
A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join their Children’s Residential team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to advance their career in children’s care. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting young people with emotional, social, and behavioural challenges, making a positive impact on their lives.

The Senior Support Worker role in this setting offers a rewarding career path within a supportive environment committed to high-quality care and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people in the home.
• Support the team and work closely with the Registered Manager to deliver exceptional care.
• Provide high standards of childcare practice aligned with Person-Centred Values and therapeutic approaches.
• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to ensure consistent, quality support.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with all safeguarding policies.
• Support young people with their individual needs, including those displaying challenging behaviours.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 18 months’ experience working within a residential setting.
• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Ability to interact effectively with young people and team members.
• Confidence to lead and support a team of Support Workers.
• Experience working with children who may display challenging behaviour.
• Full driving license is essential.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, evenings, and sleep-in duties.

If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the requirements for the Senior Support Worker role in this children’s care setting, we encourage you to apply. Join a team dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centred support to young people.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.