Senior Residential Children's Support Workers
Online application form:
https://form.jotform.com/231165804403347
Know someone suitable? Ask them to apply too. Our Refer-a-Friend Scheme pays up to £500 to both the referrer and the new employee.
Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme
We believe great people know great people.
- £250 bonus for both the referrer and referred employee when an unqualified Residential Support Worker successfully joins our team and completes the qualifying period.
- £500 bonus for both the referrer and referred employee when a qualified Residential Support Worker successfully joins our team and completes the qualifying period.
There is no limit to the number of referrals that can be made.
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Salary:
- £14.00 per hour Qualified with no senior experience.
- £14.30 per hour Qualified and less than 1 year senior experience.
- £14.80 per hour Qualified 1-2 years strong senior experience.
- £15.40 per hour Qualified 2+ years strong senior experience.
Sleep-In Rate: £50 per sleep
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off rota including sleep-ins
We are always interested in speaking with outstanding residential childcare professionals. If you possess qualifications, experience or achievements beyond those typically expected for this role, please include your desired rate of pay within your application. Exceptional candidates may be offered remuneration above the advertised range.
For candidates with significant residential childcare experience, Level 5 qualifications, leadership experience or a proven history of delivering excellent outcomes for children, higher rates may be considered. Please tell us what package you would require when applying.
Make a Real Difference
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Residential Children's Support Worker to join our therapeutic children's home supporting young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect and disrupted attachments.
This is an opportunity to join a service that places relationships, stability and genuine care at the centre of everything we do. We are looking for individuals who can lead by example, support colleagues on shift and help create a safe, nurturing and ambitious environment for young people.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Children's Support Worker you will:
- Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home.
- Act as a positive role model for children and colleagues.
- Build trusting relationships with young people.
- Support children with education, routines, activities and life skills.
- Complete care planning, risk assessments and daily records.
- Ensure safeguarding and children's welfare remain the highest priority.
- Work closely with families, social workers and external professionals.
- Support the development of Residential Support Workers through coaching and guidance.
- Promote positive outcomes and help young people achieve their goals.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Minimum 12 months experience in a Children's Residential Home.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Understanding of safeguarding and children's legislation.
- Ability to remain calm, resilient and professional in challenging situations.
- Excellent communication and record-keeping skills.
Desirable:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Experience working with EBD, trauma-informed care or therapeutic models.
- Medication administration experience.
- Experience leading shifts.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and enhanced sleep-in payments.
- Clear progression pathway to Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Registered Manager roles.
- Funded qualifications and ongoing professional development.
- Comprehensive induction and specialist training.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Company pension.
- Referral bonus scheme.
- Casual dress.
- Free parking.
- Supportive management team and positive workplace culture.
About Us
We believe every child deserves safety, stability and the opportunity to thrive. Our homes are built around therapeutic, child-centred care that helps young people develop confidence, resilience and independence.
If you are passionate about making a lasting difference and want to be part of a team that genuinely values its staff, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a short covering statement outlining your residential childcare experience.
Pay: £14.30-£15.40 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
