Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker
Erith, DA8 | Up to £34,000 per annum | 4‑Bed Home
Are you an experienced Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact?
We are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established children’s residential provider in Erith, offering a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, supportive team within a small 4‑bed home. The service currently supports two young people aged 16 and 17 with complex learning disabilities, allowing staff to provide truly person‑centred care and build meaningful relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced support worker seeking a long‑term career in residential childcare, with ongoing training, clear progression opportunities, and a management team that values and invests in its staff.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Children’s Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
- Supporting children with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education, and independence skills
- Promoting positive outcomes and helping young people reach their full potential
- Providing consistent care and support tailored to individual needs
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Working collaboratively with families, social workers, education providers, and healthcare professionals
- Contributing to care planning, reviews, and team meetings
- Acting as a positive role model and championing high standards of care
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
- Experience supporting young people with Learning Disabilities, EBD, SEMH, or complex needs
- NVQ Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or at least 50% completed)
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- A resilient, compassionate, and professional approach
- A full UK driving licence
Salary & Benefits
- £15.05 per hour (£31,300 per annum) and £16.35 per hour (£34,000 per annum)
- £65 per sleep‑in shift
- Full‑time contract – 40 hours per week
Shift Patterns
- Day shifts: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Waking nights: 9:00 pm – 7:00 am
- Sleep‑ins: 10:00 pm – 7:00 am
Career Development
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
- Team Teach and Manual Handling training
- Leadership development programmes
- Clear pathways for progression into Senior and Leadership roles
Why Join?
- Supportive and experienced management team
- Strong team culture and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day
- Long‑term career development within a growing organisation
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