Senior Residential Support Worker
Location: Stockport – Hazel Grove & Offerton
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Package: Up to £34,145 per year
Basic Salary: £30,545 (includes £40 per sleep-in)
Performance Bonus: Up to £3,600 per year
Shift Pattern: 2 on, 4 off (10:00am starts, includes sleep-ins)
About the Role:
Are you ready to take the next step in your care career? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) in a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment?
We’re looking for a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team in Stockport, supporting children and young people. If you’re passionate about making a lasting impact and thrive in a leadership role, this could be the opportunity for you.
What You’ll Do:
Support & Care: Provide high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, development, and emotional wellbeing.
Leadership: Guide and mentor, your team, lead shifts, and support new staff through induction and training.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure all care practices meet regulatory standards and internal policies.
Communication: Maintain clear, professional communication with young people, colleagues, and external agencies.
Daily Operations: Oversee routines, manage incidents, and contribute to care planning and reviews.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
* Experience working in residential childcare or similar settings.
* Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
* Flexibility to work sleep-in shifts and follow a 2 on, 4 off pattern.
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or NVQ equivalent)
* Knowledge of trauma-informed care and safeguarding practices.
* A proactive, resilient, and compassionate approach to care.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
·Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
·Ongoing training and development opportunities.
·Supportive team culture focused on child welfare.
·A chance to grow your career while making a real difference