Senior Support Worker
Location: Plymouth
Position: Senior Support Worker
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a respected provider of care and education services for children and young people. The young people in their care, aged 8-18, have a range of emotional and behavioral needs. They are looking for passionate, energetic, and caring individuals to join their team and help make a real difference in the lives of the young people they support.
Key Benefits:
Rate of Pay: £13.40 – £14.22 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Additional Benefits:
Free on-shift meals and parking
Training and development opportunities, including NVQs and career progression
28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), rising with service
Paid sickness leave
Overtime, on-call, sleep-in, and disturbance rates
Casual dress code
Company pension
Simply Health (linked to service)
Days out and activity days off-site
Management Development Programme to help you progress from Support Worker to Registered Manager
Shift Pattern: 16 to 24 hours (including sleep-ins), on a one-on-two-off or two-on-four-off basis
Role Responsibilities:
Lead shifts and deputise for the Registered Manager when required
Ensure Residential Care Workers are up to date with mandatory training and provide support for their development
Raise awareness of individual care plans and support their implementation
Maintain accurate written records for monitoring and evaluation of care plans
Contribute to team and staff meetings to promote good communication and staff development
Provide support and care to the young people in the service
Encourage young people to re-enter education or engage in their current schooling
Transport young people to and from school or college
Prepare meals and maintain the home environment (cleaning, laundry, etc.)
Organise and facilitate social activities
This is a broad outline of the role, and a full job specification is available.
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team supporting young people with complex needs. The role is both challenging and rewarding, offering the chance to make a lasting, positive impact on the young people’s lives. The young people in this service have shown incredible success, achieving strong academic results and participating in various activities.
As a Senior Support Worker, you will be part of a supportive team, and every small act will contribute to the young people’s growth and development.
What We’re Looking For:
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to complete a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification in the Children & Young People’s workforce
12 months of senior experience in a residential care setting is highly desirable, though applications are also welcome from individuals beginning their career journey
DBS and reference checks will be conducted in line with safer recruitment guidelines
Why Apply?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a supportive, high-performing team, offering a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to further your career through training and development. You’ll be helping shape the future of young people and enabling them to reach their full potential.
Equal Opportunities:
Our client is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all young people and staff. All staff are responsible for supporting equality and challenging discriminatory behaviour.
If you are ready to take on a rewarding and impactful role, we’d love to hear from you!
