Barnstaple, Devon, United Kingdom
£35000 - £39520
Permanent
Job Title: Senior Support Worker
Location: Barnstaple
Salary: £35,00 - £39,000
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in [City]. The Senior Support Worker will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of care for children and young people within a safe, nurturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional committed to making a positive impact on young lives, leading shifts, and supporting a team of support staff. The Senior Support Worker in [City] will be responsible for organising daily activities, managing incidents, and maintaining a high level of care and safety for all residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as shift leader, ensuring the smooth running of daily operations in the [City] support home.
- Lead and organise staff shifts, ensuring all tasks are completed to a high standard.
- Provide a safe, caring environment that promotes the development and well-being of children and young people.
- Maintain accurate logs of incidents, accidents, and interventions, and challenge inappropriate practice.
- Liaise with external professionals, including social workers and healthcare providers, to support the children’s needs.
- Promote safeguarding and ensure the welfare of children is prioritised at all times.
- Support children in developing social, emotional, and educational skills through positive engagement.
- Oversee the organisation of activities, outings, and holidays, ensuring they are safe and enjoyable.
- Assist with domestic duties such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a tidy environment.
- Support children with their care plans, educational goals, and discharge planning.
- Provide supervision and support to less experienced staff, contributing to their induction and development.
- Undertake sleep-in duties as part of the rota, ensuring the safety and security of the home overnight.
- Complete administrative tasks, including reports, care plans, and maintaining child records.
- Manage petty cash and assist with financial procedures within the home.
- Follow health and safety policies, ensuring safe working practices at all times.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a children’s support or care environment, ideally in a senior or leadership role.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and care planning.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties.
- Relevant qualifications in health and social care (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) are desirable.
- Commitment to providing high-quality care and promoting positive outcomes for children and 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.
