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Senior Support Worker - Children’s Homes

— Woolston, SouthamptonSalary:

from £31,231 per annum plus an additional £3k–£6k per year for sleep-ins (4–8 sleep-ins per month at £62.64 per sleep-in)Hours:

Full-time long day shifts plus sleep-ins.We are looking for an experienced, resilient and nurturing Support Worker to join our 5-bed family home, caring for young people who have emotional and social difficulties. You would provide encouragement and praise when needed, be patient and understanding during times of crisis, and your passion and knowledge will inspire the team to achieve the best outcomes.If you live our EPIC values of Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Caring, then why not unlock your career potential with Keys Group.Why choose Keys Group for your career

Keys Group provides innovative care and education services to children and young people with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties, or who display challenging behaviour. We aim to make every day extraordinary for the children we care for and support, because we believe in every single one of them. In addition to competitive pay and in-house professional support, we provide and fully fund the necessary training to achieve externally accredited qualifications. Join us as a Senior Therapeutic Support Worker and you will receive:Full induction and introductory programmeFully funded training and qualificationsEnhanced pay scales that recognise both qualifications and experienceEnhanced company maternity and paternity payFree mealsA great employee Benefits programmeNEST Pension SchemeLife assuranceEnhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check paid for by us28 days annual leaveResponsibilities

You will work with the team to promote and support the young people in our care in leading a life of positive development by providing a safe and nurturing environment.Ensure the day-to-day management is facilitated in a professional and competent manner and support the Service Manager in providing the best quality care.Lead a team along with other professionals to provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child.Record events and observations, progress reports, and prepare and implement care plans and records.You will act as a positive role model to colleagues and children, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change.Requirements

Experience or knowledge of child-centred, therapeutic models.Great communication skills, naturally caring, flexible and resilient.A minimum of 12 months children’s home experience and a Level 3 qualification in residential childcare, which will be recognised in your hourly pay rate.Ability to work flexibly, including shifts and sleep-ins; full-time and part-time hours available.Full UK Driving licence is required.Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Keys Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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Hospitals and Health Care

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