Senior Support Worker

As a Senior Support Worker in a children’s home, you will lead by example, supporting both the care team and the young people in your care.

Your duties will include:

• Leading shifts and supporting the care team

• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people

• Providing emotional and practical support in line with individual care plans

• Supporting with education, routines, activities, and life skills

• Managing incidents and challenging behaviour in a calm, professional manner

• Keeping accurate records, reports, and risk assessments

• Ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are always followed

• Working closely with families, social workers, and professionals

• Supporting new staff and acting as a role model for best practice

What We’re Looking For:

✅ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
✅ Minimum 6 months’ experience in a senior role in children’s care
✅ Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management
✅ Ability to lead a shift and support junior staff
✅ Resilient, empathetic, and calm under pressure
✅ Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleeps (if required)

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay from £14.50/16.00 per hour

• Weekly pay direct to your account

• Flexible working patterns

• Local placements in Cwmbran & Pontypool

• Ongoing support from the Prosper agency team

• Potential for long-term or permanent placement

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