At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in daily life, hobbies, and skill development.
- Company: A caring organisation dedicated to improving young lives.
- Benefits: £1500 joining bonus, competitive pay, Christmas bonus, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in care and a passion for supporting young people.
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Job Reference: horizoncare/TP/888/1275
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Full Time
£1500 joining bonus plus excellent overtime rate £5 per hour, £65 sleep in
Working Hours: 40
Location: Southampton
Closing Date: 19/09/2026
Job Category: Residential Care
Region / Division: Wiltshire
Business Unit: Residential Care
About the role:
- As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will support young people in the many different aspects of daily life within our homes including helping young people continue with hobbies, social activities, and friendships, and learn new skills.
- Supporting young people to reach their potential and experience new opportunities.
- Conducting supervisions for staff members.
- Manage the home effectively in the absence of the Deputy or Manager.
- Effectively lead shifts, direct and support colleagues.
- Manage health and safety processes in the home including the implementation and monitoring of risk assessments.
- To support the induction of colleagues into the home.
- To be responsible for safeguarding and actively promoting the welfare of children and young people.
How you'll be rewarded:
- Real Living Wage employer.
- Christmas bonus.
- Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £2500 per referral!
- Financial wellbeing service.
- Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions!
- Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development.
- Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
- Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
- Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics.
- Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support.
- Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do.
- Supportive management and senior leaders.
- High quality CPD opportunities.
- Free eye checks.
If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and enabling them to shape their own future, then we want you to be part of our team.
Senior Residential Care Worker Children ( Assessment Home ) in Southampton employer: Horizon Care Ltd
Horizon Care and Education is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. Located in Long Eaton, the Meadowbrook School offers unique opportunities for professional growth through innovative programmes like OneHorizon, which provides access to valuable resources and employee benefits. Join our passionate team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while enjoying a range of perks designed to enhance your well-being and job satisfaction.
