Senior Support Worker – Children's Home (EBD)
Salary: £33,194 (including sleep-ins)
Location: Romford
Hours: Full-time, shifts including weekends and sleep-ins
Serenity Home Services is a therapeutic children's home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We are looking for experienced Senior Support Workers to help lead our team and provide consistent, high-quality care.
Responsibilities
* Lead shifts and support staff in delivering care.
* Act as a key worker for children, ensuring care plans are followed.
* Build positive, supportive relationships with young people.
* Maintain accurate records and reports.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
* Mentor and support junior staff.
Requirements
* Minimum 1 year's experience with children or young people (EBD or residential care).
* NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People (or equivalent).
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain).
What We Offer
* Salary of £33,194 (inclusive of sleep-ins).
* Additional sleep-in/overtime opportunities.
* Ongoing training and CPD.
* Career progression into management roles.
* Supportive, trauma-informed workplace.
If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and ready for a senior role, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £33,194.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Flexitime
Experience:
* Children's Support Worker: 1 year (required)
* Support Worker: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person