We have an opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our team at Abbey House, Northamptonshire - NN3.
Working within our 5 bedded children's residential home, you will play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring children and young people; helping them to navigate challenges and achieve their personal goals.
Responsibilities
* Ensure the safety and well-being of all children, supporting with daily routines, medical appointments, family visits, activity planning and meal preparation.
* Lead a shift, directing support workers and maintaining accurate record keeping at all times.
* Build relationships with children, staff and families, while upholding safeguarding standards and supporting the management team.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 12 months experience of working within children’s services, preferably supporting children with complex needs.
* Minimum QCF Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification, or studying towards it.
* Availability to work on a shift rota system including weekends, bank holidays and sleep ins (sleeps are paid at £46.01).
* A full UK Driving Licence is preferred.
* Resilience, empathy and integrity.
* Excellent listening skills and the patience to support children and the staff team.
* Dedicated and passionate with a genuine caring nature to support our young people to reach their full potential.
* Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
* Can handle challenging situations with patience and a calm demeanour.
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £30,196 - £31,259 per annum (£14.52 - £15.03 per hour).
* Attendance bonuses, with the potential to earn an additional £1,400 per annum.
* £46.01 per sleep in.
* Comprehensive training course to start you in your career with Homes2inspire.
* Wellbeing Support – Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7.
* Purchase Additional Leave – purchase up to an additional 5 days every year.
* Opportunities for career advancement within the organisation including further training and promotional opportunities.
* Unum Healthcare – app based access to healthcare reimbursements, mental health support, remote GP and wellbeing perks.
* Aviva Digicare – access free healthcare services, including digital GP consultation, annual health check and mental health assessments.
* Viviup Employee Benefits – save with shopping, cinema and holiday discounts.
* Refer a Friend scheme – earn £500 per successful referral and £1000 per management referral.
* Cycle to Work scheme which offers a cost‑effective way of getting new cycling equipment.
* Subsidised days out with our children and young people, creating lasting memories.
* Recognition for your hard work, including Long Service and Non-Absence Awards.
Homes2Inspire are one of the UK's top providers of Children’s homes and currently care for over 150 children in 53 homes and 2 semi‑independent leaving care facilities across Bedfordshire, Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.
We are proud to be a part of Shaw Trust Group, a charity helping to transform the lives of young people and adults across the UK.
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