Senior Residential Care Worker – Children’s Assessment Home
£16.50 per hour
We are looking for dedicated Senior Behavioral Residential Support Workers at our new 3-bedroom Children’s Assessment Home where we create a safe, nurturing environment where children receive structured assessments to support positive outcomes
We are looking for:
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children Residential Care, or equivalent.
Minimum 2 years of experience withing residential childcare and working alongside young people.
Manual UK driving licence.The Role
You will provide high-quality, person-centred support to children experiencing challenges
Support children during assessment placements
Observe and record parenting interactions
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children
Collaborate with colleagues and external professionals
Build positive, supportive relationships with children and ensure their safety and wellbeing.
Lead shifts and supervise residential staff, maintaining high standards of care.
Ensure policies, procedures, and placement plans are followed effectively in line with Ofsted regulations.Key Responsibilities:
Observe and document child interactions
Support children with daily routines
Produce detailed, evidence-based reports
Maintain a safe and structured environment
Follow safeguarding and child protection proceduresEssential Skills & Experience:
Experience working with children, young people
Strong communication, observation, and report-writing skills
Ability to handle challenging situations calmly
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
Mental health support experience
Having worked in secure units or residential/custodial settings
Supporting children/young people with challenging behaviours
Trauma-informed care and complex needs
Be an enthusiastic and energetic member of the team.We offer you:
Access to Taste card, Blue light card and My Gym discounts!
Real Living Wage employer
Competitive pay rates
Generous Refer a Friend Scheme
Financial wellbeing service
Life Assurance
Ongoing training and professional development plus High quality CPD opportunities
Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.
Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support.
Looking after your wellbeing - supporting you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together.
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