Job Title: Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Nuneaton CV10
Hourly Rate: £15.50 to £16.00 based on experince.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: Rotational shifts including evenings, weekends, and occasional sleep-ins
About Us:
At Caring 4 U Group Ltd, we believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, nurturing and supportive home where they are encouraged to develop independence, confidence and life skills at their own pace.
As part of Caring 4 U Group Ltd, we are committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care for children and young people with learning disabilities and additional needs. We are equally committed to creating a positive workplace where our staff feel valued, supported and empowered to grow in their careers.
Whether you're looking to continue your development as a Senior Support Worker or take the next step towards leadership, you'll be joining a team that values professionalism, compassion and continuous learning.
The Role:
As Senior Support Worker, you'll play an important leadership role within the home, helping to create a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment.
Working alongside the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, you'll lead shifts, support colleagues and help ensure children receive outstanding care every day.
No two days are the same. You'll be supporting children to develop independence, build confidence, access their community and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead shifts and support the wider staff team.
- Build positive relationships with children and young people.
- Promote independence and life skills.
- Complete high-quality recordings and reports.
- Support care planning and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations.
- Work closely with families and professionals.
- Act as a positive role model for the team.
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- A compassionate, resilient, and proactive approach
- Sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and sleep-ins
- A full UK driving licence – desirable
What We Offer:
- £15.50 per hour
- £65 per sleep-in
- Career progression into Deputy Manager and Registered Manager roles
- Annual salary and career progression reviews
- Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions
- Ongoing professional development
- Specialist learning disability training
- PECS and communication training
- Positive Behaviour Support training
- Small home with only 2 children
- Opportunity to help shape the home from day one
- Free parking
- Company pension
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Company events
- Employee discounts
- Casual dress
Ready to Join Us?
If you're looking for more than "just another job" and want the opportunity to help build an outstanding children's home from the very beginning, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help create a home where children feel safe, valued and able to thrive.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.50-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- DBS on the registered update service (required)
- Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare (required)
Work Location: In person
