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Senior Support Worker
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 14.17 - 14.99 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Paignton, Borough of Torbay
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Our client, a leading provider of care and education for children and young people, is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. Their employees are friendly, supportive, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for the young people in their care, who are aged 8-18 and have a range of behavioural and emotional needs.
Our client is looking for enthusiastic, energetic, flexible, and caring Senior Support Workers to join their team in the South West region to continue improving the lives of these young people. In this role, you will be involved in all aspects of their everyday lives, making a significant and lasting impact.
What Our Client Offers
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Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
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Generous holiday entitlement, including bank holidays, increasing with service
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Training and development opportunities, including NVQs and career progression
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Referral schemes
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On-shift meals and parking
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Paid sickness leave
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Additional rates for overtime, on-call, and sleep-in duties
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Casual dress code
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Company pension
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Health benefits
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Team activities and days out
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Management development programme for career advancement
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Flexible shift patterns, including sleep-ins
A Day in the Role
A typical day as a Senior Support Worker may include:
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Leading shifts and deputising for the Registered Manager when required
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Supporting the team of Residential Care Workers with mandatory training and individual development
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Communicating with the on-site team about individual care plans and their implementation
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Maintaining accurate records for monitoring and evaluation
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Contributing to team and staff meetings to enhance communication and development
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Providing direct support and care to young people
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Supporting young people’s engagement with education
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Assisting with travel to and from school or college
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Preparing meals and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment
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Organising and facilitating social activities
This is not an exhaustive list, and a full job specification is available upon request.
About the Role
You will support young people of mixed ages and genders, helping them succeed in education and various activities. Joining a strong, supportive team, you will work with young people with complex needs in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment. Your efforts will contribute to life-changing outcomes and help maintain our client’s reputation for high-quality care.
Requirements
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Full UK driving licence
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Desire to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
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12 months of senior experience in a residential setting is desirable, but applications from those earlier in their career are welcome
DBS and reference checks will be conducted in line with government regulations and safer recruitment practices. The recruitment process may take time due to these essential checks.
Equal Opportunities
Our client is committed to promoting equal opportunities and challenging any form of discriminationBefore You Apply
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