Senior Support Worker
Location: Crediton
Pay: £14.20 to £14.80 per hour (£29,536 to £30,784 per annum)
Job Type: Permanent (Full Time Rota)
The Perks
- Senior Salary Scale: Earn between £14.20 and £14.80 per hour (£30,784 per annum top rate)
- Milestone Pay Increases: Additional pay boosts following probation and service milestones
- Paid Qualification Support: Comprehensive funding for Level 3 or 4 childcare qualifications
- Shift Leadership Growth: Direct line of progression into management positions
Stepping into a senior care role requires an exceptional blend of emotional intelligence, professional boundary setting, and team leadership. Young people in residential care thrive when their care team is supported by clear, confident leadership on shift.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Support Worker to join our Crediton children's home. You will guide daily shifts, mentor support workers, oversee care plans, and ensure exemplary safeguarding practices across the home.
This opportunity is well suited to candidates with background experience as a Senior Care Worker, Residential Support Worker, Youth Mentor, Key Worker, or Team Leader in youth settings.
How you will make a difference
- Shift Leadership: Run daily shifts smoothly, assigning tasks and ensuring care plans are strictly followed.
- Empower Young People: Foster an inclusive home environment that prioritises emotional well being and positive progress.
- Maintain Standards: Oversee daily documentation, incident reporting, and multi agency communication.
What you will bring
- Proven Track Record: Minimum 6 months of paid experience in a children's residential environment.
- Core Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce or willingness to obtain.
- Clean Licence: A valid UK manual driving licence and willingness to drive home vehicles.
Pass It On Rewards
Know an experienced senior carer looking for better pay and real career progression? Introduce them to our Cardiff branch today. If they successfully secure a post, you will receive a £300 Love2Shop reward voucher.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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Senior Children's Support Worker in Crediton employer: Randstad Care AS
Randstad Care is an exceptional employer, offering competitive pay and a supportive work environment for Residential Support Workers in the beautiful locations of Shetland, Orkney, and the Western Isles. With guaranteed hours and relocation support, we prioritise employee well-being and growth, ensuring that our staff can make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while enjoying a fulfilling career in care.
