Senior Residential Support Worker – Children's Home
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Full Time
We're recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a warm, experienced and locally led children's home team in Staffordshire. This is a place where relationships come first, where children are truly known, and where staff are supported to build meaningful, long-term change in young people's lives.
Pay Rates: £14.00 - £15.40 QCF level 3 qualified or working towards
£15.85 -£16.30 QCF level 5 qualified
About the organisation
This is a small, independent and locally run provider with strong roots in children's residential care. The leadership team has over 20 years' experience in delivering high quality children's homes, supported by robust and capable Responsible Individuals who are actively involved in ensuring consistent standards across the service.
The focus here is simple: create stable, nurturing homes where children feel safe, valued and able to thrive.
The organisation is also growing, but deliberately and thoughtfully, with future expansion planned within the local area. A strong emphasis is placed on developing staff internally so that when deputy and management opportunities arise, they are filled by people who already understand the culture and values of the home.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will be part of a close knit team supporting children and young people aged 7 to 17 who may have experienced trauma, neglect or instability in their early lives. xgikmsk
Your role is to provide consistency, warmth and structure in daily life, acting as a positive adult presence and helping young people develop trust, confidence and independence.
Day to day, you will be involved in:
- Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
- Creating a safe, calm and nurturing home environment
- Supporting education, routines and positive behaviours
- Leading a team of Residential Support Workers, providing support guidance and mentorship
- Preparing meals, supporting daily routines, school runs and activities
- Encouraging social and recreational activities, including trips and holidays
- Working alongside managers and external professionals to deliver care plans
- Supporting emotional wellbeing through positive communication and interaction
- Promoting respect, boundaries and a sense of belonging within the home ...
Senior Residential Support Worker in Bradley employer: Thendon Resourcing Limited
This organisation is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for both staff and the children they care for. With a strong emphasis on internal development, employees have ample opportunities for growth and advancement within the company, ensuring that leadership roles are filled by those who truly understand the values of the home. Located in Staffordshire, this independent provider prioritises meaningful relationships and community involvement, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a difference in young people's lives.
Contact Details:
Thendon Resourcing Limited Recruitment Team
