Children\'s Senior Residential Support Worker

Senior Residential Support Worker

Radcliffe, M26 2RU
Salary: £30,000 – £37,000 per year
Full-time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker looking for a meaningful role with real progression?
Join a forward-thinking children’s residential home in Radcliffe that puts care, consistency, and compassion at the heart of everything they do.

The home offers a nurturing, therapeutic environment for children and young people who’ve had a difficult start in life. Your role will be to help build trust, stability, and brighter futures — one day at a time.

What You\’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Support the Registered Manager in running a safe, child-centred home (up to 3 young people).

• Lead shifts, mentor junior staff, and ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery.

• Help develop individual care plans and ensure every child is supported emotionally and practically.

• Support staff inductions and training, promoting good practice and a positive team culture.

• Provide therapeutic care and help children manage complex behaviours and emotions.

• Take part in fun activities, days out, and holidays — helping create special moments and positive experiences.

• Keep accurate records and uphold safeguarding protocols and professional standards.

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker or Team Leader in a children’s residential setting.

• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

• Minimum 22 years old (as per Ofsted regulations).

• A manual driving licence is essential.

• Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and team leadership.

• A calm, resilient, and child-focused approach.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £30,000 – £37,000, based on experience

• Company pension scheme

• Additional leave and wellness-focused environment

• Casual dress

• Company events and team incentives

• On-site and free parking

• Clear pathway to management and Registered Manager roles

Why Apply?

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to join a home that genuinely values its team and puts the young people first. If you\’re passionate about supporting children to thrive and want a clear route to progress, this could be a great next step.

Sound like a good fit?
Apply now and we’ll be in touch to talk through next steps and the home in more detail.

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