Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential - Derby

Overview

Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential

Location: Derby

Salary: £35,000 per annum (£29,120 base + approx. £6,000 sleep-ins)

Shift Pattern: 1 on / 2 off – 8:00am–11:00pm followed by sleep-in (24-hour shift total)

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications. IMC Locums are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join a children’s residential home in Derby. This is an excellent permanent opportunity for either an experienced Support Worker seeking progression or an established Senior looking for a new challenge.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and act as a role model for the staff team.
• Support children and young people with their emotional, social, and educational needs.
• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.
• Assist with care planning, safeguarding, and incident reporting.
• Promote independence and life skills in line with individual care plans.
• Undertake sleep-in duties as part of the rota.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Childcare/Young People (essential).
• Level 2 considered if currently working towards Level 3/4.
• Minimum Of 2 Years’ Residential Childcare Experience.
• Confident car driver (manual preferred) – comfortable with motorways and night driving.
• Clean DBS and valid Right to Work in the UK.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum (including sleep-ins).
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Clear progression pathways within a supportive team environment.

For more information, please call IMC Locums and ask for Millie or email at millie. xlqdzyr schooling @ imc-locums. co. uk