Senior Residential Support Worker

Salary: 35731.88 per annum (increasing to 37399.38 per annum from 1st August 2026)

Working Hours / Shift Pattern: Four-week rolling rota. Typical shifts are 7:00am3:00pm and 2:30pm10:30pm. Weekend working required.

Employment Type: Permanent

Sleep-ins: 8 sleep-ins per rota for full-time employees (6 for part-time employees)

Service: Childrens Home

Service Users: Children and young people aged 818 years

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification

Experience Required: Experience working with children in a residential setting

The Home:

Our clients childrens homes provide a safe nurturing and family-style environment where children and young people can build positive relationships develop trust and achieve positive outcomes.

Who we are looking for:

Our client is seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Childrens Residential Care Worker who is passionate about supporting children and young people.

The successful candidate will:

Have experience working with children in a residential setting
Hold a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification
Hold a full UK driving licence
Have access to a vehicle insured for business use
Be able to build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people
Have a strong understanding of safeguarding risk assessment and child-centred care
Be confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Key responsibilities include:

Providing direct care and support to children and young people
Ensuring the safety welfare and well-being of children in the home
Developing and implementing individualised care plans
Supporting children to attend appointments and activities
Maintaining accurate records and documentation using IT systems
Working collaboratively with colleagues families and professionals to achieve positive outcomes

Who you will be working for:

Our client is an established provider of housing and support services committed to transforming lives through high-quality care and support.

Company type/size: Established national provider

Future plans:

Our client continues to expand its childrens residential services to support more children and young people across its growing network of homes.

Why this home & company:

Supportive and experienced residential care team
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in childrens lives
Family-style home environment focused on positive relationships
Established organisation with a strong reputation and long-term vision

Benefits:

Competitive salary package
Annual salary increase from August 2026
Supportive management and leadership team
Comprehensive recruitment safeguarding and support processes
Opportunity to work within an expanding childrens residential service

Ethos:

Children are treated with understanding dignity kindness and respect. The focus is on creating positive relationships and providing a safe and nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Culture:

A supportive child-focused culture where teamwork safeguarding openness and positive outcomes are at the heart of service delivery.

Individuals with only CQC experience and / or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Childrens Home will not be considered.

Sponsorship is not available.

How to apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our clients dedicated team apply today.

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