Senior Support Worker

Senior Support Worker - Residential Children''s ServicesLocation: Cheshire (with flexibility to support neighbouring services as required)Purpose of the JobTo engage in the effective delivery of residential childcare in accordance with company policies and procedures.To maintain good professional practices in accordance with the Quality Standards for children''s homes and the Children''s Homes Regulations 2015.To help create a positive, safe, healthy, and educational environment for each child in our care.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Team Support: Provide daily support, direction, and formal 1-1 supervision to Support Workers. Assist with rota management to ensure consistent shift cover, and confidently challenge and manage staff performance issues.Care Planning and Records: Contribute to the delivery of effective individual care plans, risk assessments, and other essential records. Maintain high-quality daily logs with guidance from Team Leaders, the Deputy, and the Homes Manager.Child Safeguarding and Advocacy: Ensure all children are actively safeguarded. Seek out and act upon the views, wishes, and feelings of the children whenever appropriate.Therapeutic Support: Understand the impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), supporting children through behaviours that challenge.Daily Home Operations: Keep the home clean, tidy, and safe, encouraging the children to participate in domestic duties. Prepare and cook nutritious meals that respect ..... full job details .....