Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to take on more responsibility within a supportive team.
Weandrsquo;re looking for a Senior Support Worker to join a service providing supported accommodation for young people aged 16andndash;18. The aim is to help young people build confidence, develop life skills and prepare for independent living, with the right support around them along the way.
The role
This is a hands-on position where youandrsquo;ll work directly with young people while taking the lead on the day-to-day running of the home during your shift.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building positive, trusting relationships and providing practical and emotional support.
- Helping young people develop independent living skills, including cooking, budgeting and managing daily routines.
- Supporting young people with emotional wellbeing, relationships and decision-making.
- Leading shifts, guiding Support Workers and making sure tasks are completed to a good standard.
- Completing handovers, daily records, incident reports and other necessary paperwork.
- Following safeguarding procedures, managing risks and responding calmly to challenging situations.
- Helping maintain a safe, clean and welcoming home.
- Supporting colleagues, including helping new staff settle into the team.
- Working with the wider team to ensure young people receive consistent support.
Youandrsquo;ll also take part in the on-call rota and may need to provide sickness cover when required.
What weandrsquo;re looking for
You will have experience working with young people in supported accommodation, residential childcare or a similar social care setting. Just as importantly, youandrsquo;ll be someone who can build good relationships, remain calm under pressure and set a positive example to others.
Youandrsquo;ll need to be confident taking responsibility for a shift, communicating effectively with colleagues and keeping accurate records. A good understanding of safeguarding and risk management is essential, along with a genuine commitment to helping young people develop their independence.
A relevant Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, Children and Young People, or a related subject would be desirable. Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues would also be an advantage.
Whatandrsquo;s on offer?
- andpound;35,763 salary
- A two-on, four-off rolling rota
- Ongoing training and opportunities to develop your skills
- The chance to build your leadership experience and progress towards Team Leader or management roles
- A supportive team working towards positive outcomes for young people
- Opportunities for additional hours and quality-related bonuses, subject to the applicable scheme criteria
Interested?
If youandrsquo;re ready for a role where you can make a real difference to young peopleandrsquo;s lives while developing your own leadership skills, weandrsquo;d love to hear from you.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.