Senior Support Worker

Senior Support worker- children's services

various south wales locations

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Suppleo healthcare is a dedicated healthcare recruitment agency built on understanding, respect, and long-term relationships. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to nurse and support staff across England and Wales.

We are currently looking for a number of senior support workers across south wales to join one our national children provider clients and need you!

Key Responsibilities

* Direct Care: Provide trauma-informed, person-centered support in a therapeutic children's residential setting.

* Leadership: Assist the home manager in mentoring support workers, leading shifts, and ensuring high standards of care.

* Safeguarding: Protect young people from harm and strictly adhere to child protection procedures.

* Administration: Assist with shift planning, accurate record-keeping, and care plan reviews.

* Community Engagement: Facilitate leisure and educational activities to help young people build life skills. [1, 2, 3]

Requirements

* Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent in Health & Social Care).

* Experience: Previous experience working in a residential care setting with children or vulnerable individuals.

* Licensing: A full, manual UK driving license is strictly required.

* Competencies: Strong resilience, communication skills, and an open-minded approach to therapeutic care. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Typical Working Conditions

* Hours: Shift work is required, including evenings, weekends, and on-call or sleep-in duties.

* Pay & Benefits: Senior roles often offer competitive hourly rates (e.g., £15.25–£16.25/hr