Mentor (support worker) Work, Jobs in Tonypandy, Rct (with Salaries)

Senior Residential Support Worker
Athena Care Group LTD —Bryn
- £33,216 a year
- Weekend availability
- IT
- In-person
- Care plans
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
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Bright Future Residences —Cardiff
- £13.50 - £14.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Working with children
- Mentoring
- Teaching
- Paid training
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Female Care / Support Worker – Weekday Evenings and Weekend Shifts
Care One 2 One —Caerphilly
- £13.50 - £15.00 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Social Care Worker
Choice Care Group —Swansea
- £13.45 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Care plans
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
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Housing Plus Group —Whitchurch
- £13.15 an hour
- Part-time
- IT
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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Night Social Care Worker
Choice Care Group —Swansea
- £13.45 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- Care plans
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance

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Senior Residential Support Worker

Athena Care Group LTD -
Bryn

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£33,216 a year

Benefits

Casual dress
Additional leave
Annual leave
Company pension
Referral programme

Qualifications

Behaviour management
Driving Licence
IT
Care plans
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker

Athena Care Group

Making a difference. Every child. Every day.

Location: In person - Bryn, Port Talbot

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £33,216 per year + £60 per sleep-in (average £3,600 per year)

Sponsorship: Not available

Why Join Athena Care Group?

This is more than a job — it is a leadership role where your experience, judgement, and compassion will directly change young lives. As a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will provide stability, guidance, and positive role-modelling to children who need it most, while supporting and leading colleagues on shift.

About the Role

You will take a senior position within our children’s homes, leading shifts, supporting Residential Support Workers, and ensuring high standards of care are consistently met. This role suits someone who is confident, resilient, and ready to take responsibility in a fast-paced residential environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead shifts and act as the senior decision-maker on duty

· Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, child-centred care

· Mentor, guide, and support staff to develop their practice

· Implement and review care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour strategies

· Safeguard children and ensure policies, procedures, and legislation are followed

· Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and life skills

· Maintain professional communication with social workers, schools, and external agencies

· Ensure accurate, timely, and detailed record keeping

Shift Pattern

· 14.5-hour shifts plus sleep-ins (overnight)

· Approximately 3 shifts per week

· Block shifts with multiple rest days between

· Includes 2 weekends per month

Qualifications & Essential Requirements

· Aged 21 or over (Children’s Homes Regulations)

· Proven experience in a children’s residential care setting

· Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

· Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management

· Experience supporting children with complex needs and challenging behaviour

· Confidence to lead shifts and support staff decision-making

· Full UK manual driving licence

· Enhanced DBS for children and young people (Update Service preferred)

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Emotionally resilient with a calm, professional manner

What You Get in Return

· £33,216 annual salary plus paid sleep-ins

· Additional annual leave

· Company pension scheme

· Casual dress environment

· Employee referral bonuses

· Comprehensive training and leadership development

· Clear progression into Team Leader and Management roles

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are an experienced Residential Support Worker looking to step into a senior role where you are trusted, supported, and valued, we would love to hear from you.

Athena Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £33,216.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave
Casual dress
Company pension
Referral programme

Application question(s):

Age 21+ Due to care regulations
Hold an Enhance DBS for Children and Adults on the update service

Experience:

Supporting children in a residential setting : 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

Full UK issued Drivers Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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