Senior Support Worker

Senior Support Worker – Residential Children’s Service Location: Great Barr B42 Salary: Up to £31,120 dependent on number of sleeps ** Hours: Average 40 hours per week (1 on, 2 off rota) Salary of £25,300 – £26,800 and sleep in rates of £60. ** £31,120 based on 6 sleep ins per month. Refer a friend bonus scheme of up to £1000* (paid on completion of their probation) Extensive 2-week induction programme for all new starters. Fully funded training and development programmes, leading to accredited qualifications which can support career development. Contributions to your pension through the auto-enrolment scheme. Do you want to make a positive difference to a child’s life and do you have Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare? Then we have the perfect role for you. We are a specialist provider of care and support to children and young people who have complex Learning Disabilities or EBD. Care Perspectives ensures positive memories and experiences for our children that last a lifetime and achieve the best outcomes that nurture independence. In this Residential Home, you will be part of a dedicated family unit providing effective safeguarding for up to 3 young people in our care. What would be expected from me to be a Senior Support Worker? Have an NVQ 3 or 4 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce, Children’s Residential Care or equivalent. Have at least one year’s experience working in a Children’s Residential setting, as a care worker, support worker or residential children’s support worker. Be able to work an average of 40 hours per week, on a 1 on 2 off rota. Ideally have experience of working with or caring for children, but more importantly, have life skills from a range of backgrounds as we can train the rest. Excellent communicator. Basic computer skills are essential. Flexible and hardworking. Kind and caring. Driving Licence. What will I be doing as a Senior Support Worker? Provide leadership to the team, always acting as a positive role model. Carry out and complete daily shift planning and handover. Provide effective supervision of your team in line with the Care Regulations. Motivate, support and mentor the staff. Carry out an essential and varied role to provide the individual support required by the children and young people in our care, complete relevant paperwork, and where appropriate administer medication. Create positive relationships with the children & young people, meeting their needs and always safeguarding them. Interested? Call our Recruitment Team now for an informal chat on 0121 289 6482 or apply now! Please note this vacancy may close at any time; therefore, early submission of your application is encouraged. You will be required to complete our Employment Application form. Care Perspectives are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children & young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and subject to fully Enhanced DBS. Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to £31,120.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person Reference ID: SSW/TB

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