Senior Support Worker - Young People
SCR
Farringdon, Central LondonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,080 to £33,280
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Senior Support Worker, you'll lead a team to help young people with learning difficulties or emotional behaviour make choices and decisions. You'll work in a team to deliver care and support. This role suits someone who is passionate about making a difference and has experience working with young people. You'll be based in Central London.
What you'll need
- You need an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare
- You must have experience working with young people with learning difficulties or emotional behaviour
- You should be able to lead a team and make decisions
- You need to be passionate about making a difference in young people's lives
- You'll need to work full-time in Central London
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or working part-time in care to gain experience
- Get some training in first aid and safeguarding to be a strong candidate
- Think about what motivates you to work with young people and be prepared to talk about it in an interview
- Look into the employer's values and mission to see if it aligns with yours
- Make sure your CV and cover letter show your leadership skills and experience working with young people
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Job description
- We are looking for a passionate Senior Support Worker who personally wants to make a difference in the lives of young people. As a Senior you will lead a team of support workers to deliver a high standard of care at all times. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare - Experience working with Young People with Learning Difficulties or Emotional Behavioural…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
11 August 2026
Last checked
17 October 2026
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About the employer
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