At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in a residential setting, providing care and guidance.
- Company: Join Keys Group, a leader in children's care and support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Enjoy 5.6 weeks annual leave and a £500 referral bonus.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: 1 year experience in residential care and NVQ Level 3 in Childcare required.
The predicted salary is between 26674 - 32602 £ per year.
Location: Peterborough PE6
Hours: 39 per week, Long shifts including weekends and sleep-ins
Requirements:
- Full UK Driving License - Essential.
- A minimum of 1 year experience working within a Residential Children's home.
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare.
- Related knowledge of Ofsted legislation and safeguarding procedures.
- Highly driven, proactive and enthusiastic.
- A strong people manager with a hands-on approach.
- Ability to work flexibly in caring for the children, including working shifts and sleep-ins.
You will be part of a caring team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people, led and supported by a Service Manager and Deputy Manager. Responsible for delivery of quality care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home and day-to-day shift management matters. Leading your team along with other professionals, you will provide the therapeutic care and support needed for each individual child focused on obtaining the best outcomes. Act as a positive role model to colleagues and children to meet their everyday living needs, developing trusting relationships that create recovery, growth and lasting change. Responsible for mentoring of staff and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home.
Benefits:
- Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
- DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
- Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
- Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts.
- Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card.
- NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
- Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay.
- £500 Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
- Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.
About Keys Group: Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through our Connected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV. Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18.
Senior Support Worker - Peterborough (PE6) employer: Keys Children
At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the role of Deputy Manager in our Sudbury children's home. Our supportive work culture fosters creativity and personal growth, with clear career progression paths and fully funded qualifications to help you advance. With competitive salaries, enhanced pay scales, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the children we care for.
