An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well‑established company providing specialist residential care for children and young people with complex needs. As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will be supporting and guiding children and young people within a residential setting, helping to promote stability, structure, and positive life outcomes.
This full‑time permanent role offers a salary of up to £30,000 plus £60 per sleep‑in and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Supporting young people with daily routines, education, health, and wellbeing needs
- Leading shifts and supporting the wider care team
- Contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and keyworking responsibilities
- Promoting independence through structured activities and engagement
- Supporting behaviour management using a calm and therapeutic approach
- Assisting with household duties and maintaining a safe living environment
- Completing relevant documentation, reports, and handovers
- Working collaboratively with external professionals and partner agencies
- Supporting supervision sessions and team development
Qualifications
- Previously worked as a Senior Residential Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Residential Childcare Worker, Children’s Support Worker, Care worker, Residential, Care Assistant or in a similar role
- Have 1 year of experience working within a children’s residential care
- Background in supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs
- Must have NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) or above in residential childcare or children and young people workforce
- Experience in a supervisory or senior support capacity within care settings
- Ability to lead and support shifts within a structured residential environment
- Commitment to safeguarding, promoting wellbeing, and providing consistent care
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