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We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people.\n\nAs a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions.\n\nThe successful candidate must have;\n\n- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare\n\n- Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.\n\n- Good written and verbal communication skills\n\nIf you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with:\n\n-Excellent rates of pay\n\n- Flexible working hours\n\n- Paid holiday\n\n- Ongoing career progression\n\nThe successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.\n\nSCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you feel valued and supported? A role where you feel like you can really make a difference? Why not join the team and begin your career as aSenior Support Worker/Team Leaderhere at Madiba.Madiba is an established provider of complex care in Yorkshire and we really mean business when it comes to changing lives and strive to change the way children are looked after.What will I be doing as a Senior Support Worker/Team Leader?Madiba is a community of loving people, dedicated to supporting and caring for young individuals aged between 7-18 years old. Our dedicated team are here to help young people through their challenges and provide them with the tools and guidance they need every single day.Developing positive relationships with the young people in our care, their families and external agenciesLeading shifts within the home and supervising staffContributing to the young persons care plans and any risk assessments, supporting with implementation and reviewsSupporting young people with daily activities, educational needs and emotional wellbeingEnsuring that good quality records are maintained as requiredWhat we are looking for?Completed NVQ/ Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare is essential !Experience in working within a childrens residential settingPeople who have the ability to interact with young people and manage challenging behaviours calmlyA full UK driving licenceYou must also be over 21 years of age to meet industry regulationsFlexibility to work shifts including weekends, evenings and sleep-in duties on a rota basis - our shifts are 7:30am 11:00pm and sleep-ins 11:30pm 7:30am 2 days on and 4 days off rolling rota (paid at £50 per sleep)What can we offer at Madiba?Healthcare cash scheme receive cash back for medical appointments including dentistry, optical and wellbeing !£50 per sleep in and overtime opportunities paid at enhanced rates210 hours annual leave per year and company pension schemeLong service awards up to £500OFSTED bonus payment up to £200Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and the opportunity to grow and progress your careerRefer a friend scheme - £500Monthly recognition awardsFree parking and casual dress codeFood available whilst on shift & access to our discretionary food bankCompany events* We cannot currently support applications that require sponsorship visas *All successful candidate offers will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBSTPBN1_UKTJ