Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

About the role

The Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker leads daily care for young people with social, emotional and mental health needs in a residential home. You will ensure a safe, supportive environment while stepping in for Team Leaders when required.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day care and supervision for residents, creating a stable and nurturing routine.
• Support the staff team, ensuring high standards of operation and wellbeing.
• Deputise for Team Leaders, handling shift coverage and urgent issues.
• Promote positive outcomes and celebrate small victories in residents’ progress.
• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding procedures.

Required profile

• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Compassionate, emotionally resilient and supportive.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and guide colleagues.
• Commitment to good attendance and flexibility for occasional sleep‑ins.

Required skills

What we offer

• Base salary £30,991 – £35,400 per year.
• Sleep‑in allowance (£80 per sleep‑in, up to 4 per month).
• £1,400 attendance allowance for good attendance.
• £1,000 welcome bonus after 6 months and £1,000 loyalty bonus after 12 months.
• 7 weeks paid holiday and flexible benefits (pension, life insurance).
• Full 4‑week induction via the Care Academy.
• Career progression opportunities, including the Aspire future managers programme.
• Wellbeing tools, employee assistance, and medical cover.