About Us
The Twilight Care Group Ltd provides high-quality residential care and support for children and young people with Learning Difficulties. Our homes provide a safe, nurturing, and empowering environments where young people can develop life skills, confidence, and independence.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our team at our children’s residential home in Leicester.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people who really care about the little things!!
Do you have experience of working with children with Learning disabilities and want to make that difference in someone's life's, understanding that its the small things we do that have the biggest impact on someone, supporting the children to have a say in their care and support them to achieve their goals in a way that makes sense to them ....
Role Responsibilities
As a Senior Support Worker, you will:
- Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in the day-to-day running of the home
- Provide high-quality care and support to children with learning disabilities and complex needs
- Lead shifts and supervise support staff when required
- Ensure safeguarding procedures and care standards are followed at all times
- Support young people with daily routines, education, activities, and life skills
- Maintain accurate care plans, risk assessments, and daily records
- Promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and positive behaviour
- Work in line with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Regulations
Requirements
- Minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
- Experience working in a children’s residential care setting
- Experience supporting children with learning disabilities or additional needs
- Ability to lead shifts and mentor staff
- Strong safeguarding knowledge
- Good written and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
Desirable
- Level 4 or 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
- Experience with positive behaviour support (PBS)
- Medication administration training
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Sleep-in payments
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive management team
- Opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £14.50 per hour
Application question(s):
- hold a clean driving licence ?
Experience:
- Childrens residential : 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
