An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established childrens residential care provider, delivering high-quality support to children and young people.
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support within a residential setting, acting as a mentor for junior staff and supporting children's emotional and developmental needs.
This role offers a salary range of £34,000 - £36,000 and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Delivering a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
- Leading shifts and supporting junior staff to follow best practice and organisational policies.
- Assisting children with daily routines, including personal care, nutrition, and health appointments.
- Administering medication in line with organisational policies.
- Supporting children's participation in leisure, educational, and community activities.
- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to care planning and case files.
- Participating in training, supervision, and continuous professional development.
- Acting as a role model and mentor, promoting a positive and collaborative team culture.
- Undertaking flexible working patterns, including sleep-in duties and 24-hour rota shifts.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Residential Childcare Worker, Children's Support Worker, Therapeutic Care Practitioner, Support Practitioner, Children's Care Worker, Children's Care Assistant, or in a similar role.
- Experience working with children is essential.
- Ideally, 2-3 years' experience in a similar setting.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and relevant legislation.
- Full UK/EU driving licence and enhanced DBS clearance.
