Senior Support Worker - Children's Care | Real Living Wage

Job description

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.Package DescriptionSenior Support Worker - Children's Residential CareLetchworth - Rated "Good" by Ofsted£16.25 - £16.85 per hour Plus - £62.64 per sleep-in (working approx. 4-8 sleep ins per month, an additional £3,000-£6,000pa) From April 1st 202608:00-22:00 39 hours per weekFull UK Driving Licence is requiredMake a Real Difference. Every Day.At Keys Group , we believe in the extraordinary potential of every child and young person.We're seeking a Senior Support Worker to join our EPIC team in Letchworth .We provide innovative care and education services that nurture emotional and behavioural growthIn this vital role, you'll help create a warm, safe, and supportive home environment for up to 5 young people (aged 11-17), empowering them to thrive and making every day extraordinary.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-quality care and daily support to young peopleAct as a mentor to support staff and lead by examplePromote a positive, nurturing environment for recovery and growthBuild strong, trusting relationships with children and colleaguesRequirements:A minimum of 12 months of experience in Children's ResidentialLevel 3 in Children and Young PeopleFull UK Driving LicenceBenefits of joining Keys GroupReal Career Growth - We invest in your development to help you grow and level up your careerCompetitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.Enhanced Pay Scales: Enhanced open pay structure that recognise both qualifications and experienceFunded Qualifications - We fully fund and support you to obtain a range of QCF's opening up further career opportunities and extra payPaid Training - Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your careerFull Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success.Long Service Awards -Earn extra annual leave and pay as a thank you for your loyalty.Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlementFamily Support: Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay.Rewarding Job - Enjoy a varied and exciting role where no two days are the same.Supportive Management - Regular one-on-one supervisions and appraisals to make sure you're happy and supported.Regular Team Meetings - Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the home and have your voice heardFree Meals - Enjoy complimentary meals during your shiftAmazing Discount Schemes - You'll have access to a Blue Light Card which give you incredible discounts at high street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays - even when buying a carNEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance - via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephoneReferral Bonus - Refer a friend and share a £500 bonus!Free Enhanced DBS CheckKeys Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families through our Armed Forces Covenant commitment.Keys Group proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant, welcoming service personnel, veterans, and military families. We offer veteran-friendly policies, a peer support network, and military awareness training. Eligible current or former service personnel will receive a guaranteed interview-just ensure your military experience is detailed on your CV.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Welwyn Garden City

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English