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Senior boarding support worker

Ashford (Kent)
The Caldecott Foundation
Support worker
Posted: 7 July
Offer description

Senior Boarding Support Worker


Ashford, Kent

Salary: £20,794.80 (pro – rata including holidays)

Contract: Permeant, Full Time

Hours: 40hrs + sleep ins, 39 weeks.

The Caldecott Foundation is looking for a caring individual who is passionate about improving the lives and outcomes for children and young people; encouraging life skills and helping the young people to develop their social skills through play and education, whilst having fun. We pride ourselves in providing our children and young people with exciting opportunities and an outstanding environment to live in.

Duties of A Senior Boarding Support Worker:

* Be accountable to the Boarding Managerand the Senior Leadership team at the Caldecott Foundation
School.
* Under the guidance of The Boarding Manager and the School Leadership team be responsible for the Local Child Protection procedures and foundation policies on safeguarding the welfare of children/young people.
* To ensure children/young people carry appropriate responsibility for their own lives, keep them informed as to the progress they’re making and involve them in the planning of their lives as much as possible whilst residing in the boarding provision and attending education.
* To provide and support the provision of primary care for each child/young person and help them develop healthy attachments and to act as a key worker. Liaising with their family, school and referring agency in ensuring a consistent approach to meeting the individual needs of our children and young people.
* To provide quality written reports that document and evidence the child/young people’s daily, weekly and monthly progress both residentially and educationally.

(Please see the Job Description for more duties)

Essential for the role:

* At least 18 months experience of working with children in any care/residential or educational settings.
* NVQ diploma level 3 in Social care, working with Children and Young People or NVQ Diploma level 3 Children and Young People Workforce
* Understanding of the significance of Child Protection Issues and the necessity of following procedures.
* Sound knowledge of Children and young people’s SEN/EHCP (ADHD, ODD, ASD etc)
* An enthusiasm and interest in achieving the best results in all aspects of care, education and health of children and young people.


(Please see the Person Specification for more essential criteria)

WHAT WE CAN GIVE YOU

The benefits you receive will increase over time in recognition of your commitment and dedication and include:

* 28 days holiday entitlement (inclusive of Bank Holidays) – increasing to 30 days after 3 years of service.
* a health cashback scheme (which covers you and up to four children).
* a matched company pension scheme with up to 5% matched employer contributions.
* an employee assistance programme.
* vouchers and discounts off retail, food, and entertainment.
* a cycle to work scheme.
* will writing service.


SOUND LIKE A MATCH?

Please send your CV through to us using the 'Apply for this job' button to be sent an Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing Date: 16th July 2025 Interview Date: 23rd July 2025

Please note that we unfortunately do not provide sponsorship.

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