Senior Support Worker

5ab Care is a provider of children's residential care services, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Our focus is on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Residential Care Worker or Team Leader to join our team in Derby.

As a Team Leader at 5ab Care, you will be responsible for providing leadership and support within our home. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained at all times. The role requires a compassionate and dedicated individual who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day leadership and support to a team of Residential Care Workers.

Ensure that the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people are met.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, young people, and their families.

Responsibility for safeguarding and promoting individual rights, providing good quality care which is free from oppression, and where differences are respected and valued

Act as a role model and mentor to our Residential Support Workers, providing guidance and support as required.

Assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of care plans and risk assessments.

Ensure that all records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.

Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 or above in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent.

Previous experience working in a residential care setting with children and young people.

Leadership and management skills.

A compassionate and caring approach.

Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and available for ‘on call’ duties if required

A full driving license is required for this role

What we offer in return:

Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to expert advice and compassionate guidance

Private Healthcare scheme – private GP, dentist and optician cashback, therapies and outpatient

Competitive pay with additional sleep in rate (average of £4,800 p/year)

210 hours annual leave

Double pay on shifts over Christmas and New Years Eve

Exclusive discounts and deals through Wellbeing Solutions – Cinema, shopping, days out and more!

Eyecare vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Service bonus at 2 years, 5 years and 8 years of service up to £(Apply online only)% training funded by employer (Inc. diplomas Level 3,4 &
5)

Competitive salary with overtime at plus £2 p/hour

Free DBS check

Blue light card

Referral bonus scheme

Gifts for birthdays, wedding and new baby

A great work/life balance

Electric car scheme

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people – click apply now!

5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references