At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead daytime shifts, guiding colleagues and supporting children with complex disabilities.
- Company: Chailey Heritage Foundation, dedicated to empowering young people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced leave, healthcare support, and discounts.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with opportunities for career growth and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in social care, NVQ Level 3, and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 30519 - 30519 £ per year.
Senior Support Worker – Days.
Take the lead on daytime shifts
As a Senior Support Worker (Days), you’ll guide colleagues through purposeful shifts full of learning, therapies, fun and community activities.
You’ll make sure children and young people with complex disabilities are supported safely and consistently to achieve their goals and enjoy each day.
Location
North Chailey, BN8 4EF
Salary
Starting at £30,519.00
Hours
- 37 hours per week
- What you’ll be doing
- Take the lead on shift, helping organise and guide colleagues; role modelling good practice.
- Support your Team Manager with training and onboarding new colleagues.
- Provide safe, person-centred care (personal care, communication, mobility and mealtimes).
- Prepare and administer medication safely, once fully trained.
- Support therapies, enrichment activities and trips out (minibus driving may be required)
- Ensure safeguarding, compliance, accurate reporting and risk management.
- Work closely with families, therapists and professionals to support each young person’s needs.
- What We’re Looking For
- Experience supervising or coaching colleagues, ideally in a residential social care setting.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, CQC/Ofsted standards, and medication procedures.
- A caring, resilient and positive approach, with good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts (including some evenings/weekends) and to join the on-call rota.
- A passion for supporting children and young people with complex disabilities.
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- Full UK driving licence is desirable.
What we offer
- Competitive Salary
- Enhanced Annual Leave – 25–30 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
- Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support
- Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Retail and leisure discounts
- Onsite parking,
- Café, and kitchen facilities
Plus, we cover the cost of all DBS checks and renewals.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to build on your care experience and take the lead on shifts that make a daily difference, we’d love to hear from you.
For full details of this role, you can view the Job Description here!
Discover more about who we are and what we stand for on the Chailey Heritage Foundation website.
**Deadline:** We’re recruiting on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Shortlisting and interviews will take place as we receive applications.
For any enquiries, please contact
careers@chf. org. uk or Whats App us on
07591 597034 .
Safeguarding Statement
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Employment is subject to two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate, and occupational health clearance.
It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
Privacy Statement
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We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data in line with GDPR.
Please ensure you review our privacy policy before completing an application.
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Senior Support Worker (Days) in Lewes employer: Chailey Heritage Foundation
At Chailey Heritage Foundation, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex disabilities. Our supportive work culture encourages personal and professional growth, providing comprehensive benefits and competitive salaries, all within the beautiful setting of North Chailey, East Sussex. Join our passionate team and contribute to a rewarding mission while advancing your career in the fitness sector.
Contact Details:
Chailey Heritage Foundation Recruitment Team
