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Date Added: Tue 11/02/2025

Senior Support Worker

Mansfield, NG18, UK
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Company: ELEPHANT RECRUITMENT GROUP

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £25000 - £27000/annum

Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join an established provider that truly prioritises staff well-being, work-life balance, and career progression. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a solo residential EBD home, providing personalised, trauma-informed care to a young person in need of stability and support.

About the Role:

As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and mentoring other team members. Working within a therapeutic solo setting, you will support a child or young person with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), helping them develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Support & Care:

Provide 1:1 support to a young person with EBD and trauma-related needs.

Implement individual care plans and behaviour strategies.

Create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

Mentoring & Teamwork:

Act as a role model and support less experienced staff members.

Work closely with the Registered Manager and therapeutic team to ensure the best care approaches.

Safeguarding & Compliance:

Maintain Ofsted standards and ensure safeguarding procedures are strictly followed.

Keep up-to-date records and contribute to ongoing care reviews.

Personal Development & Career Growth:

Genuine opportunity to progress into Deputy Manager and Registered Manager roles.

Access to ongoing training, qualifications, and leadership development.

Requirements:

Experience working in a residential childcare or EBD setting.

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).

Passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs.

Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Why Join?

✅ Work-Life Balance: 2 on / 4 off shift pattern for more personal time and well-being.

✅ Extra Earnings: £60 per sleep-in.

✅ Career Progression: Clear pathways to Deputy Manager and beyond.

✅ Supportive Employer: A company that genuinely prioritises staff well-being.

✅ Specialist Solo Home: Work in a focused, therapeutic setting with a child who needs consistent support and care.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you! Send your CV or contact us at (phone number removed) for more details
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