Senior Support Worker - 2 bedded Children's Residential Home
Location: Manchester
Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 per annum, plus £52 per sleep
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: 3 x 12 hour shifts - plus sleeps
Successful Senior Residential Support Worker candidates can choose between a 36 hour, 40 hour or 48 hour permanent contract.
Brook Street Social Care, in proud partnership with a respected children’s residential care provider in Manchester, is recruiting for experienced and dedicated Senior Residential Support Workers to join their compassionate and expanding team.
About The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people with EBD needs in a safe, children centred and structured environment. You will offer support with a team of residential support workers, ensuring the highest quality of care is consistently delivered while promoting positive outcomes for the children and young people in your care.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff
* Ensure all safeguarding, compliance, and quality standards are met
* Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
* Build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
* Be part of the on‑call rota and cover shifts when required
Requirements
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
* Previous experience in a senior or team leader role within a children’s residential setting
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* A genuine passion for making a difference in young people’s lives
* Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and sleep‑in shifts
* Driver with access to own car
What’s On Offer
* Continuous training and professional development
* Supportive leadership and clear progression pathways
* A chance to work for an organisation that truly values its staff and the children they care for
Ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference? Apply today with Brook Street Social Care for more information.
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