At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with emotional needs and lead a dedicated team in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Respected children's residential care provider focused on making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, sleep-in allowance, ongoing training, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Join a warm, family-style home that values compassion and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in children's lives while enjoying a supportive and friendly workplace.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 39184 - 39184 £ per year.
Children's Senior Support Worker
Location: Foulridge, Near Colne, Lancashire
Salary: £39,184 per annum (including an average of 8 sleep-ins per month)
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Make a Difference Every Day
P4 Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with an established and highly respected children's residential care provider to recruit a Children's Senior Support Worker for a welcoming home near Colne. If you're passionate about supporting young people and looking for a rewarding career where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Every conversation, every achievement and every breakthrough helps shape brighter futures for children and young people who have experienced significant challenges in their lives.
About the Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you'll play an important role in supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs within a nurturing, family-style residential home. Alongside providing high-quality care, you'll support and guide staff on shift, ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained while helping young people build confidence, independence and positive life experiences.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting young people with daily routines, education and activities
- Leading and motivating staff during shifts
- Promoting positive outcomes and individualised care
- Building trusting relationships with children and young people
- Completing and updating care plans and daily records
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
- Planning fun and engaging activities both in the home and community
- Maintaining accurate electronic care records
- Working closely with the management team to ensure outstanding care standards
About the Home
The service is a warm, welcoming residential home providing care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. The focus is on creating a genuine family environment where young people feel safe, respected and encouraged to achieve their personal, educational and social goals. Staff work collaboratively to promote independence, resilience and positive outcomes through meaningful relationships and engaging activities.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for compassionate individuals who genuinely want to make a difference. Ideally, you'll have:
- Experience supporting children or young people (residential experience desirable)
- A caring, patient and resilient approach
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- A willingness to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care (if not already achieved)
- A full UK manual driving licence (essential)
- Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £39,184 including regular sleep-in payments
- Competitive sleep-in allowance
- £1,000 Refer a Friend Scheme
- Fully funded Enhanced DBS
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear progression opportunities within children's residential care
- Supportive management team
- Friendly, welcoming working environment
- Long-term career opportunities
Apply Today
If you're passionate about helping children achieve brighter futures and are looking to join a supportive organisation that values its staff, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
P4 Recruitment Health & Social Care Specialist Recruiters
Please note: This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory employment references in line with safer recruitment practices.
Senior Residential Support Worker in Colne employer: P4 Recruitment Ltd
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