Senior Residential Support Worker
Children's Home In Devon
Are you driven by a desire to make a real difference in young people's lives? Do you want to be part of a close-knit, values led team where your input matters and your efforts have a lasting impact?
We are a small but dedicated residential care provider with a big heart. Our mission is to create a nurturing, supportive, and secure space for children and young people to feel safe, grow confidently, and begin to heal. Every day, we work together to make a meaningful difference, not just in the present, but in shaping brighter futures.
We are currently looking for an experienced and committed Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you'll work with management to ensure the highest standards of care are delivered. We're a proactive, hands-on team and passionate about what we do and the young lives we're privileged to support.
What sets us apart?
We pride ourselves on being non-corporate. Our decision making is swift and collaborative with your ideas, if something can be done better, we make the change. Good ideas don't get stuck in chains of command here, we value initiative and feedback and act quickly to make improvements.
What will your role involve?
Each day brings something new in residential childcare. You'll be a consistent and positive presence in the home, supporting with everyday routines like school drop offs, attending medical appointments, helping with household tasks, shopping, and preparing meals. You'll build genuine, trusting relationships with the children, creating a home environment where they feel heard, supported, and encouraged.
Day to day you would be..
* Supporting children to attend clubs, appointments, and activities
* Participating in key daily moments like mealtimes, bedtime routines, and reflective conversations
* Keeping accurate and detailed records, including daily logs and medication administration
* Ensuring a safe and well maintained home environment through checks and responsibilities to keep the home running smoothly.
In your senior role, you'll also take on:
* Supporting the creation and delivery of personalised care and support plans
* Mentoring and guiding team members as a shift lead
* Taking part in professional meetings and reviews
* Building strong, open lines of communication with families and external professionals
* Advocating for the needs of the young people in our care
* Promoting emotional resilience, independence, and confidence in the young people you support
This role is for someone who truly wants to contribute, someone who is resilient, empathetic, and motivated to help children overcome challenges and celebrates accomplishments.
Are you:
* Passionate about supporting children's well-being and development
* Purpose-led and dedicated to empowering children through care, support and commitment
* Strong communicators with empathy and emotional intelligence
* Energising and fun to be around
* Organised, reliable and ready to bring fresh ideas. Leading by example is always important
* And most importantly, utterly focused on making a positive difference to young people
At Claybridge care we ensure everyone is supported from the moment they join us.
* An enhanced training and induction program to best prepare you for the role.
* Enhanced Annual leave entitlement of 280 hours.
* Bespoke development plans that will help you to achieve your goals, this can include qualifications and progression opportunities.
* Access to free external health and wellbeing services 24/7
* Access to a wellness app that has includes a range of resources from fitness to mental wellbeing support.
* Small company resulting in quick decision making and ability to be adaptable. This results in queries being resolved quickly.
* Out of hours on call service.
* Funded Level 4 within residential childcare – Since using the training provider, we have understood more of what they offer, and they have provided learning opportunities that align with learning the role and this sector, therefore we prioritise enrolment onto the course as you desire. Currently, the course does not require a commitment to complete the functional skills element, however if you have a wish to complete this we would support this.
Requirements:
* Passionate about supporting better futures for children and young people
* Flexibility to meet the needs of the home, this role is made up of shift work (Including sleep in's).
* Full Uk Driving licence – Company cars are provided to utilise when on shift.
* It is vital that we safeguard children and young people therefore the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and the recruitment process adheres to the safer recruitment legislation.
The role is part of a small team within our 2 bed OFSTED registered home, working on a rota basis. A sleep-in element is required and starts at 10pm. This is paid in additon to your hourly rate.
If you're ready to make work matter and to be part of a team that leads with heart, purpose, and professionalism — we'd love to hear from you, answer your questions and tell you more
Apply Now – and help us create a home where young people can belong, believe, and become.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee mentoring programme
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 10/09/2025