Children’s Senior Residential Support Worker
BFG Together (Building Future Generations Together)
Salary: £33,000 – £35,500 per annum (DOE)
Full-Time | Children’s Residential Care
At BFG Together, our name reflects exactly what we do - we build futures, together. We believe every child deserves a safe home, strong role models, and adults who truly care. We are passionate about creating nurturing, trauma-informed environments where children and young people feel valued, heard, and supported to thrive.
We are now seeking an experienced and compassionate Children’s Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team and play a key role in shaping positive outcomes for children and young people aged 10–17.
Our Values
At BFG Together, we are guided by:
- Child-centred care and strong relationships
- Respect, dignity, and inclusion
- High standards, accountability, and teamwork
- Positive role modelling and therapeutic practice
- Continuous learning and development
The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:
- Support the Registered Manager and Assistant Manager in delivering high-quality, therapeutic care
- Act as a positive role model and shift leader, guiding and supporting staff on shift
- Create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
- Support children and young people with daily routines, education, appointments, and activities
- Take key-worker responsibility, contributing to care planning, reviews, and progress monitoring
- Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and external professionals
- Use effective de-escalation and behaviour management strategies
- Ensure accurate recording, strong handovers, and high standards of care documentation
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for every child
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about working with children and young people
- Calm, resilient, approachable, and emotionally intelligent
- A strong communicator with good written and verbal skills
- A team player who can also lead and support others
- Committed to developing both themselves and their colleagues
- Child-focused, empathetic, and values-driven
Essential Requirements
- Minimum age: 22 years
- At least 12 months’ experience working with children and young people
- Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Children & Young People’s Workforce or Children’s Residential Care
- Previous children’s residential care experience
- Full UK Drivers License
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £33,000 – £35,500 DOE
- Supportive and values-led leadership
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities to progress within a growing organisation
- The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference to children’s lives
If you are passionate about building brighter futures and want to be part of an organisation that truly lives its values, we would love to hear from you.
BFG Together – Building Future Generations, Together.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (preferred)
- Full UK Driving License (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
