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Senior Support Worker
Guildford, Surrey
BLACKSTONE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Job Description: Senior Support Staff
Reporting too: Registered Manager
Purpose of the Role
This role is essential in ensuring the day-to-day operations of the home run smoothly and that the young people are supported to develop and thrive. The roles and responsibilities outlined below will be reviewed monthly and are not exhaustive, allowing for flexibility to meet the evolving needs of the organisation and the young people in our care.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Daily Operations
- Ensure that handovers are held and documented daily, sharing information about the previous day and assigning tasks and duties for the day ahead to the staff team.
- Ensure the staff daily tracker is followed in a timely fashion, completing tasks as per the manager and deputy s plan/schedule.
- Hold overall responsibility for the happenings within the home during evenings, overnight shifts, and weekends when the deputy or manager is not present.
- Leadership and Role Modelling
- Lead by example and support the larger staff team in role modelling and training appropriate behaviour and practices while on shift.
- Participate in weekend planning and risk assessing, sharing the plan with the wider team and the On Call staff member.
- Wellbeing and Safeguarding
- Take responsibility for the wellbeing of all young people within the home for the duration of the shift.
- Ensure the young people are safeguarded at all times, and their cultural beliefs are respected and followed.
- Empower young people to achieve the best possible outcomes for their futures, supporting their individual needs and goals.
- Compliance and Policy Adherence
- Ensure all company policies and procedures are always adhered to.
- Maintain a high standard of documentation and reporting to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Professional Conduct
Behave in line with the company s code of conduct, maintaining professionalism and integrity at all times.
Additional Notes
This role is integral to the success of the home and the development of the young people in our care. Responsibilities may evolve as the company matures, reflecting the dynamic needs of the organisation and regulatory standards. Regular reviews will ensure the role aligns with best practices and organisational goals.
