Senior Support Worker – 16+ supported accommodation

We are working in partnership with a provider of young people’s services and have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Support Worker based in Croydon, London. If successful, you will be working as part of a team providing support to young people with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties within a supported accommodation service. This is an opportunity to join a supportive employer with genuine opportunities to progress.

This is a permanent full time position . Previous experience as a senior is essential and you will need previous experience supporting children or young people in a residential setting and your level 3 NVQ. If you are looking to start your progress in your career, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £25,000 – £27,000 per year and the role is Monday to Friday 40 hours per week.

As a Senior Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

• Attend staff meetings and supervisions.
• Be accountable for any decision made regarding the welfare of the young people and staff members during the shifts that you lead.
• Discuss with the Manager any concerns with staffing matters.
• Ensure that all staff members are kept up to date with changes to procedures.
• Provide support using a person centred approach.
• Safeguard vulnerable young people and report any suspicion or evidence of harm.
• Continuous commitment to professional development.
• To be willing to cover other homes when required.
• Liaise with parents and/or carers and other professionals.

Our client is offering a whole range of benefits, including:

• Real progression opportunities into management roles
• Access and support to qualifications
• A chance to join a growing provider of young people’s services
• Length of service awards

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Scott Austin.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus.

Reference:
3505529