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Autonomy Plus is dedicated to providing high-quality care and support for children and young people with learning disabilities. Our residential homes provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children can thrive, develop independence, and reach their full potential. We are committed to delivering person-centred, trauma-informed care, ensuring that every child’s experiences and needs are understood, respected, and supported in a compassionate way.
Hours
We operate a shift-based rota including weekdays, weekends, school holidays, and night shifts.
Shift Times:
* 7:00am – 11:00pm
* Sleep in where necessary
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team in a children’s residential home near Chippenham, supporting children and young people with learning disabilities. Our home uses trauma-informed care, ensuring that all children feel safe, understood, and supported in an environment that acknowledges and responds to their past experiences.
The children may display behaviours that challenge, and you will be trained and supported to respond in a positive, safe, and constructive way. This role involves providing high-quality care in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children can develop independence, confidence, and life skills.
In this role, you will help oversee the day-to-day running of the home, provide high-quality care, and support the development of the wider staff team using trauma-informed approaches to create a safe and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality care and support tailored to the individual needs of each child or young person, using trauma-informed practices.
* Support the implementation of person-centred care plans and behaviour support strategies.
Act as a positive role model for support workers and assist with mentoring and supervising staff, promoting trauma-aware approaches in daily practice.
* Support the management team with the day-to-day operations of the home.
* Promote independence, life skills, and positive outcomes for the children and young people.
* Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with company policies and regulatory standards.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are always followed and that the welfare of the children remains the highest priority.
* Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and other professionals to deliver trauma-informed care.
* Support children with daily routines, activities, education, and community engagement in a safe, understanding, and responsive manner.
Requirements
* Experience working with children or young people with learning disabilities, autism, or additional needs.
* Previous experience in a residential care setting is desirable.
* Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce / Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* Ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations.
* A genuine passion for supporting children and helping them achieve positive outcomes throughtrauma-informed care.
* Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
What We Offer
* In additional to a secure and stable career, we offer:
* Competitive salary starting from £13.45 an hour
* Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives
* Employee referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 when you recommend someone who joins the team.
* Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives — a truly meaningful role.
* Access to Blue Light Card discounts, giving you savings on shopping, travel, entertainment and more.
* Confidential 24/7 Support Line — Access professional advice and emotional support whenever you need it
* ‘Good’ grading OFSTED bonus £125 per inspection. £250 for an ‘Outstanding’ rating.
* Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
* Your development matters to us. From your first day through every stage of your journey, we provide the training, guidance and opportunities you need to progress.
* Long-service rewards to celebrate your commitment
o 5 Years: £100
o 10 Years: £250
o 15 Years: £500
o 20 Years: £1000
Safeguarding Statement
Autonomy Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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