Senior Residential Support Worker – Make a Difference Through Consistent, Child-Focused Care
Location: Oxfordshire, OX3, OX5 & OX12
Salary: £34,840 per annum, including sleep-in payments
Introduction
Are you an experienced Residential Childcare Worker looking for a senior role where you can make a meaningful difference to young people while continuing to develop your leadership skills?
We're recruiting Senior Residential Support Workers for children's residential homes across Oxfordshire, supporting young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
This opportunity would suit someone who understands the importance of consistency, positive relationships and calm leadership, and who enjoys supporting colleagues as much as the young people in their care.
About the Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you'll play an important part in the day-to-day running of the home, working alongside the wider team to create a safe, nurturing and structured environment.
- Supporting young people with complex needs through relationship-based, child-centred care
- Providing guidance and encouragement to Residential Support Workers
- Supporting the management team with daily routines, safeguarding and care planning
- Helping young people develop emotional regulation, independence and life skills
- Contributing to positive team communication, handovers and reflective practice
- Promoting consistency and stability within the home
What Makes This Opportunity Different
This is an opportunity to use your existing residential childcare experience in a role where your judgement, communication and ability to support others really matter.
Senior Support Workers play a valuable part in maintaining a stable home environment. The focus is on working collaboratively, building positive relationships and helping the team respond thoughtfully to young people's individual needs.
It's also a natural next step for someone who enjoys mentoring colleagues and wants to build on their leadership experience.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings both practical experience and a genuine understanding of children's residential care.
Essential Requirements
- Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Children's Residential Care, or equivalent
- Current or recent experience working within children's residential homes
- Experience supporting young people with complex or challenging needs
- Good understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
- Confidence supporting colleagues and contributing to daily team leadership
Desirable
- Full UK driving licence
Why Join?
- £34,840 annual salary, including sleep-in payments
- Opportunities across OX3, OX5 and OX12
- A senior role where your residential childcare experience is valued
- Opportunity to develop your leadership and mentoring skills
- Meaningful work supporting young people to build confidence, stability and independence
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Senior Support Worker in Oxford employer: Elephant Recruitment Group
Join a leading provider in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, where your role as Registered Manager will allow you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. With a strong commitment to trauma-informed care and children's rights, you'll work within a supportive network that prioritises collaboration and professional development, ensuring you have the resources and guidance needed to thrive in your leadership position. Enjoy a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape a nurturing environment that truly values the voices of children.
Contact Details:
Elephant Recruitment Group Recruitment Team
