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Support Worker / Senior Support Worker - Kent Area
Job Posted: 15 days ago
Salary: £ 13 - 16 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Canterbury, Kent
Expire in: 12 days
Job Description
Support Workers & Senior Support Workers - Kent (Permanent Roles | EBD)
📍 Ashford | Canterbury | Ramsgate | Folkestone | Hythe
I'm currently working with a well-established provider supporting children and young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), who are expanding their teams across Kent.
We are recruiting for both Support Workers and Senior Support Workers on a permanent basis - ideal for those looking to build or progress a career in children's residential care.
💡 The Roles:
Support Worker:
* Provide day-to-day care, structure and emotional support
* Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
* Support routines, education and activities
* Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours
Senior Support Worker:
* Lead shifts and support the wider team
* Oversee behaviour management and care planning
* Support staff development and mentor junior team members
* Ensure safeguarding, compliance and high standards of care
👤 What we're looking for:
* Experience working with children or young people (EBD preferred)
* Resilient, calm and able to manage challenging behaviours
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care
* Previous senior experience (for Senior roles)
* Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare (desirable for Senior roles)
💰 What's on offer:
* £13.50 - £16.00 per hour (depending on experience)
* Permanent, stable roles
* Sleep-in payments (where applicable)
* Ongoing training & funded qualifications
* Clear progression pathways
📍 Locations available:
Ashford | Canterbury | Ramsgate | Folkestone | HytheBefore You Apply
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