We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to be part of the opening team of a brand-new childrens home.
We are opening a new childrens home registered for two young people requiring short-term support (36 month placements). The home will operate with a 2:1 staffing ratio, providing high levels of therapeutic intervention and consistent care. This specialist setting is designed to stabilise placements, reduce risk, and support young people to transition successfully into a suitable longer-term childrens home.
The service is built on a foundation of safety, nurture, and personal growth. We are dedicated to creating a structured, therapeutic environment where children can overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive. By joining us at this exciting stage, you will help shape a new home from the ground up and make a lasting difference from day one.
Training & Development
We are committed to investing in our staff. All team members receive a comprehensive induction, followed by ongoing training that supports our therapeutic care model.
This includes mandatory training and Team Teach positive behaviour management at intermediate level, refreshed every 24 months.
- Clear career progression, including opportunities to become a Registered Manager.
- Funded qualifications fully supported QCF pathways to open up new opportunities and higher pay.
- Paid training earn while completing sector-leading development programmes.
- Full induction programme to set you up for success.
- Supportive management with regular supervisions and appraisals.
- Regular team meetings where your voice is heard and your ideas help shape the service.
- Real progression opportunities across the organisation.
- Enhanced pay scales recognising both qualifications and experience.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Staff referral bonus
- Life assurance for peace of mind.
- Free meals on shift.
- Free Enhanced DBS check.
- Amazing discount schemes enjoy savings on high-street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays, and more.
- Wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme, offering guidance and advice when you need it.
- 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holiday entitlement.
- A rewarding role full of variety, no two days are the same.
What you’ll be doing
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing consistent, trauma-informed care while supporting the wider staff team. You will act as a positive role model, contribute to care planning, and help maintain high standards of practice within the home.
Responsibilities will include:
- Providing day-to-day care and emotional support to young people with complex needs
- Supporting children to manage behaviour positively and develop coping strategies
- Leading shifts, offering guidance to staff, and ensuring routines and care plans are followed
- Contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
- Supporting young people to engage in education, activities, hobbies, and community life
- Promoting independence, self-esteem, and emotional wellbeing
- Maintaining accurate records and working in partnership with professionals and families
- Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements are always met
Requirements
- DRIVERS ONLY
- Experience working with children with EBD in a residential setting
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and a child-centred approach
- Ability to lead by example and support less experienced staff.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference and want to be part of an exciting new childrens home, we would love to hear from you.
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