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Senior Support Worker - Children's Services (Male)
Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 29,500 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Coventry, West Midlands (County)
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Senior Support Worker (Male) to join a well-established children’s residential home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is an excellent opportunity for a caring, motivated, and resilient individual to take on a senior role within a supportive and progressive environment. You will play a key part in leading shifts, mentoring staff, and ensuring that each young person receives high-quality, consistent, and person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people with EBD in line with their individual care plans.
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Act as a positive male role model and build trusting, therapeutic relationships with young people.
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Lead shifts effectively, ensuring smooth communication and high standards of care across the team.
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Support and mentor junior staff, promoting good practice and professional development.
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Contribute to the development and implementation of care and behaviour management plans.
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Encourage young people to develop independence, social skills, and confidence through positive engagement and structured routines.
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Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and reports in line with Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
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Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training to ensure continued professional growth.
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Support young people in accessing education, health services, and leisure activities.
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Respond appropriately to challenging behaviour, using de-escalation and behaviour management techniques.
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Ensure safeguarding and child protection principles are followed at all times.
Requirements
Essential:
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NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent qualification).
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a residential childcare setting, specifically with young people presenting with EBD.
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Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management strategies.
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Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team effectively.
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Excellent communication, empathy, and organisational skills.
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Flexibility to work a rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
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Full UK driving licence.
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Male applicants only – due to genuine occupational requirements under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1).
Desirable:
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NVQ Level 4/5 or willingness to work towards it.
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Experience with PMVA or other de-escalation training.
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First Aid and Medication Administration training.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary and sleep-in payments.
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Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
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Supportive and friendly working environment.
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