Senior Residential Support Worker

OverviewAn opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker / Care Team Leader to join a well-established company providing specialist residential care and support for children and young people with complex needs.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker / Care Team Leader, you will lead shifts within a residential setting, supporting young people while guiding and motivating a care team. This full-time permanent role offers a salary of £14.75 per hour, £55 for sleep in and benefits.

Responsibilities

Supporting the registered management team with the smooth running of the home

Creating a safe, welcoming and child-focused living environment

Contributing to care plans, reviews and accurate record-keeping

Upholding safeguarding standards and internal policies at all times

Leading shifts, delegating duties and supporting staff development

Administering medication and maintaining appropriate documentation

Completing detailed handovers, reports and incident records

What We Are Looking For

Previously worked as a Care Team Leader, Residential Support Worker, Keyworker, Support Worker, Childcare Worker, Care Worker, Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner, Childcare Practitioner, Care Supervisor, Care Coordinator or in a similar role

Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs

Have at least Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Proven ability to lead, support and motivate a staff team

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-centred practice

Driving licence is highly desirable

Shift

Flexible shifts across 7 days a week

3 shifts per week on a 3-week rolling rota

Timings: 7:00am – 10:00pm or 8:00am – 11:00pm

No fixed pattern

What\’s on Offer

Competitive Salary

Casual dress

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Referral programme

Store discount

Pension scheme

A structured working pattern with a strong focus on work/life balance

Regular sleep-in shifts included

Opportunities to pick up additional hours if desired

Fully funded, recognised qualifications

Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation

Generous annual leave including public holidays

Employee benefits platform

Employee wellbeing support and assistance programme

This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity for a motivated Team Leader looking to make a real difference.

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