Children’s Residential Senior Support Worker

Overview

Temp All Staffing is looking for an experienced Senior Support Worker for a day-based role at a private residential home in Thaxted. As a Senior, you will be a key figure in the home, leading a dedicated team to provide a safe, supportive environment for young people with complex needs, including learning disabilities.

Your Benefits

• Opportunities for career progression into a Lead Senior role
• Support to complete further professional qualifications (e.g., Level 5).
• The stability of a permanent position in a privately owned home.

Shifts

Must be able to work a mixture of the below with no restrictions, including alternative weekends

• 7:30am – 10:00pm
• 7:30am – 3:00pm
• 14:30pm – 10:00pm

The Role

• Team Leadership: Lead and run day shifts, providing direction to staff and ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Ofsted Standards: Maintain high levels of care and documentation in line with Ofsted regulations.
• Activity Planning: Organise and facilitate engaging social activities for the children outside of school hours.
• Household Management: Support the daily running of the home, including shopping, cleaning, and laundry.
• Direct Care: Administer medication and provide personal care where required.

Your Experience/ Requirements

• Qualifications: Must hold a minimum of a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Proven Experience: Must have previous experience working as a Senior Support Worker within a Children’s Residential Home.
• Driving: Must hold a Full UK driving licence (manual or automatic).
• Expertise: Solid understanding of Ofsted regulations and managing challenging behaviours.
• Reliability: A flexible and adaptable approach to meet the needs of the young people during the day.