Senior Support Worker

Taunton - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Senior Support Worker Childrens Residential Home Taunton Up to 28000 sleep in allowance

Our client a small childrens residential home in Taunton provides short-term intensive placements for young people who require structured therapeutic support. Placements typically last 36 months with staff working closely with young people. As Senior Support Worker you will help lead shifts supports colleagues and maintains safe well-organised care routines.

Before You Apply

This role requires recent experience working with children or young people in residential care or a therapeutic setting.
Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent).
A full UK driving licence and flexibility for long shifts weekends and sleep-ins are required.

Key Job Details

Job title: Senior Residential Support Worker
Location: Taunton
Contract: Full-time permanent
Sector: Childrens Residential Care
Setting: Childrens home providing short-term intensive placements
Shift pattern: Long day shifts weekends and sleep-ins required

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

Work within a small residential home supporting only two young people at a time
Structured placement model focused on short-term intensive support (36 months)
Clear senior role on shift supporting and guiding support workers
Paid DBS check
Generous annual leave allowance
Pension scheme
Benefits portal
Long service awards
Wellbeing support programme

What Youll Need

Level 3 Diploma in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)
Minimum 1 years experience working with children or young people in residential care or a therapeutic setting
Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently
Confidence supporting colleagues and leading shifts
Full UK driving licence

What Youll Do

Provide direct care and support to young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs
Lead shifts and guide residential support workers during daily routines
Follow and implement care plans ensuring safety and consistent boundaries
Record incidents progress and daily notes accurately within care documentation
Support education routines and activities that promote positive development
Work with external professionals and families involved in the young persons care

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed against the essential requirements listed above. Suitable candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview and discuss the role in more detail.

Reference: WILL215013/SM

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Job DescriptionSenior Support Worker Childrens Residential Home Taunton Up to 28000 sleep in allowance Our client a small childrens residential home in Taunton provides short-term intensive placements for young people who require structured therapeutic support. Placements typically last 36 month...