Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential
Location: Derby
Salary: £36,000 per annum (£29,080 base + approx. £6,000 sleep-ins)
Shift Pattern: 1 on / 2 off – 8:00am–11:00pm followed by sleep-in (24-hour shift total)
Key Responsibilities
* Lead shifts and act as a role model for the staff team.
* Support children and young people with their emotional, social, and educational needs.
* Ensure a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.
* Assist with care planning, safeguarding, and incident reporting.
* Promote independence and life skills in line with individual care plans.
* Undertake sleep-in duties as part of the rota.
Requirements
* NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Childcare/Young People (essential).
* Level 2 considered if currently working towards Level 3/4.
* Minimum of 2 Years’ Residential Childcare Experience.
* Confident car driver (manual preferred) – comfortable with motorways and night driving.
* Clean DBS and valid Right to Work in the UK.
What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary of £36,000 per annum (including sleep-ins).
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Clear progression pathways within a supportive team environment.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
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