Senior Support Worker

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About The Role

Senior Support Worker - Ty Banwen, Treharris- £12.50 to £13.75 per hour dependent on qualifications and experience - Full time 45.5 Hours per week - Maternity Cover (9 months)

An exciting opportunity has come up for anyone looking to progress to a Senior Support Worker role. This role is to cover maternity and is ideal for anyone who wants a taste of what it's like to be a Senior Support Worker.

Priority Childcare provides real support from real people. We are focused on the future, and our small and welcoming homes are staffed by teams of supportive carers who build trusting relationships with children and enable them to feel safe, secure, and cared for. We care for children who have support needs associated with social, emotional and mental health difficulties, and work with them to help them meet their full potential and transition towards independence.

We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team at Ty Banwen, where you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality care to children in our home. In this leadership position, you will help guide and mentor a dedicated team, ensuring that each child receives the individual support they need to thrive. You will work closely with the team to create a nurturing environment, assist with daily activities, and provide ongoing support as children navigate their educational and personal development. Your expertise will be invaluable in helping the team maintain a consistent, caring approach, while also contributing to exciting outings and positive experiences for the children in our care.

A day in the life of a Senior Support Worker with Priority Childcare involves:

• Act as shift leader
• Assist in ensuring service standards are maintained.
• Participating in the on-call rota.
• Assist in reporting and evidence gathering activities.
• Work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in assessment, development and review of support and care plans.
• Promote and celebrate homes achievements.

To be a successful Senior Support Worker with Priority Childcare, you'll need:

• Experience in a support environment.
• Driving License
• QCF level 3 qualified or working towards
• Knowledge of statutory regulations.
• Lead by example and always act as a positive role model.
• Upload company policies and standards.
• Able to understand and adhere to relevant safeguarding.
• Good awareness of conducting Health and Safety risk assessments.

Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

Here's a glimpse into some of the amazing benefits you can expect:

• Eligibility for a "Blue Light Card" for additional discounts at a range of retailers;
• 'Refer a friend' scheme - earn up to £1000 per successful permanent referral;
• Join us for clear career progression and valuable qualifications - 97% of our managers progressed internally;
• Health Plan - after probation;

If you're passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives, take the first step by clicking 'Apply' today!

Priority Childcare is part of Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.

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