Short Breaks Supervisor

The Short Breaks Supervisor will be responsible for the safety and well-being of children and young people with SEND during short breaks sessions at a variety of venues. They will also assist the Short Breaks Assistants in the delivery of Short Breaks during the school holidays & weekends (when cover is required).

Play an active role as part of the staff team and act as a role model and mentor for staff

Report back to parents about the child/young person’s experience of the activity including any incidents/accidents

Discuss and report any incident/accident about the children or young people with Short Breaks Assistants

Administer medication where appropriate

Support staff with personal care of the children they are supporting including the moving and assisting of children using hoists/etc.

Line management of staff within your teams during sessions

Promote a positive work environment

You must achieve a level 3 – First Aid at work qualification.

• Full, UK Manual Driving License and use of own vehicle for business use is essential
• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Previous experience working in a supervisory role in a care setting would be advantageous but not essential

This role involves regulated activities, including personal care and the administration of medication. Applicants must therefore be aged 18 or over.

For full details on requirements and essential skills required for this role, check the job description linked above.

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults that we support and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check prior to the post commencing.

The Charity is an equal opportunities employer.

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• Our Short Breaks Crew can enjoy a range of benefits including an auto-enrolment pension once you’ve worked for us for three months, as well as 40% off a bike and accessories through our Cycle to Work scheme.
• Plus, you get to accompany all the children we support on excellent adventures in the community including Chessington, the cinema, Splashdown, and so much more.

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