Senior Support Worker

Archives & Records Association (UK & Ireland); Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000

Job description

Tudor Employment Agency are currently recruiting for a Senior Support Worker for a Children’s Care Home in Burton upon Trent.

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to support children and young people in a residential care setting. The role will include working alongside managers to oversee the daily operations of the home, ensuring that both day and night shifts run smoothly.

Benefits of a Senior Support Worker:

1. Competitive starting salary
2. Structured induction, training, and development opportunities
3. A supportive team environment where you can thrive and grow professionally

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Duties of a Senior Support Worker will include:

1. Supervision and Leadership: Oversee the work of Support Workers and Waking Night Support Workers, providing guidance, support and supervision
2. Shift Management: Lead shifts, ensuring all tasks and responsibilities are completed effectively and efficiently
3. Nurturing Support: Build positive relationships with children, providing emotional and practical support and create an environment where our children feel safe and loved
4. Training and Development: Assist in the training and ongoing development of staff, promoting best practices in child care and support
5. Professional Parenting: Promote, and support the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of our children
6. Support and Reassurance: Provide emotional and practical support to children who may wake up during the night, addressing any concerns or anxieties
7. Record Keeping: Maintain records detailing the journey of our children, in a way that is thoughtful and meaningful
8. Making Memories: Provide our children with the opportunities and experiences to make happy memories

In order to be considered for the role of a Senior Support Worker:

1. Previous experience working with children and young people in a similar setting is essential for this role to best support our children and young people.
2. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children and work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.
3. Confident to handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour and believe that every day is a new day.
4. Lead a team to achieve positive outcomes, providing them with guidance and mentorship to develop in their roles.
5. Work shifts including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.