Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home (Tuxford, Nottinghamshire) * Start Date: ASAP * Salary: £14.00 p/h - £14.50 (depending on experience and qualification) £70 per sleep * Contract: Full time * 2 week rolling rota * Working Hours Week 1: 2 shifts - 8am-11pm sleep (23:00 – 07:00) 7am-11pm sleep * Working Hours Week 2: 3 shifts - 8am-11pm sleep (23:00 – 07:00) 7am-11pm sleep 1 more 7/8am-11pm sleep either connected or separate from the other two shifts. Children’s Residential Senior Support Worker – Nottinghamshire NG22 The client is a small, family-owned residential care provider based in Nottinghamshire, operating nine children’s homes. Recently rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, the client offers a nurturing and therapeutic environment for children aged 5–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). We are currently seeking a Senior Support Worker to join dedicated team at an established home where 4 children reside. We’re looking for an individual who can act as a therapeutic parent—providing high levels of care, support, and stability to help children achieve outstanding outcomes. About the Role * Provide therapeutic care for children aged 8–14. * Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and aspirational team. * Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. * Promote emotional well-being, positive relationships, and personal development. Essential Skills & Experience Senior Support Worker: * Minimum 1 year’s experience in residential childcare. * Level 3 QCF in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – or willingness to work towards. * Experience with EBD and trauma-informed approaches (PACE/DDP desirable). * Strong communication and literacy skills. Training & Development * Full training provided, including QCF Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications. * Career progression opportunities to Deputy Manager/Manager roles. * 1:1 supervision and group sessions with the home’s therapist. * Access to Peninsula’s Employee Assistance Programme (legal advice, counselling, therapy). * In-house training and development support. Benefits * Competitive salary * 28 days annual leave. * NEST pension scheme. * SAGE employee benefits (store discounts, online GP). * Free meals while on duty. * Free parking. * Referral bonuses. Additional Information * Applicants must be aged 21 or over. * Employment subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. * Safer recruitment practices apply, including a rigorous vetting process and adherence to a strict code of conduct. Locations: NG22 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent If you would like to be considered for the role of Senior Support Worker with this client please apply today for a quick response from our Recruitment Manager. When advertising temporary roles, Net Temps acts in it’s capacity of an employment business. Net Temps Limited supplies temporary, freelance and permanent labour to the social care, construction, precast and manufacturing industries across the UK. Combined, our staff have over 160 years’ experience placing candidates in roles that match their career expectations. Trading for over 25 years we have the client connections to assist your next move. Net Temp is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships