Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Service, Hailsham
Salary: £15 per hour + £80 per sleep-in shift
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time flexibility available
Setting: Children’s Residential Care (EBD & complex needs)
We're not just looking for another pair of hands, we're looking for heart, experience, and someone who can confidently drive forward a supportive, nurturing environment. If you've got a Level 3 in Children's Residential and a full UK driving licence, this could be the role where your care career moves up a gear.
What the role involves
* Supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties
* Acting as a shift leader, mentoring junior staff and creating safe routines
* Handling challenging behaviours with calm, confidence and compassion
* Facilitating activities, appointments, and family visits (yes, you'll need to drive)
* Taking part in sleep-ins, you'll earn £80 per shift for those
What we need from you
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent and completed!)
* A full UK driving licence (essential for this setting)
* Experience working in children's residential settings
* Emotional resilience and an authentic passion for making a difference
* Strong safeguarding knowledge and team leadership skills
What you'll get in return
* £15 per hour + £80 per sleep-in shift
* Career growth within a genuinely supportive team
* Paid training, supervision, and pathways to Team Leader & Manager roles
* A workplace that celebrates wins and faces challenges together
If you're ready to be the calm in their storm, apply now and help shape brighter futures in Hailsham.
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