Senior Support Worker : Children-s Residential Care

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well:established childrens residential care provider, delivering high:quality support to children and young people.

This role offers a minimum salary of GBP 35,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Delivering a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
• Leading shifts and supporting junior staff to follow best practice and organisational policies.
• Assisting children with daily routines, including personal care, nutrition, and health appointments.
• Administering medication in line with organisational policies.
• Supporting childrens participation in leisure, educational, and community activities.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning and case files.
• Participating in training, supervision, and continuous professional development.
• Acting as a role model and mentor, promoting a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Undertaking flexible working patterns, including sleep:in duties and 24:hour rota shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Residential Childcare Worker, Childrens Support Worker, Therapeutic Care Practitioner, Support Practitioner, Childrens Care Worker, Childrens Care Assistant or in a similar role.
• Have 2 years of experience in residential Childrens home or in a similar setting.
• Experience supporting children or young people in residential care or similar settings.
• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and relevant legislation.
• Full UK/EU driving licence and enhanced DBS clearance.

Apply now for this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while developing your career within a respected residential service.

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