Senior Residential Support Worker
SGS Care
Swinton, Manchester
£27,144 - £36,192
Full time
CLOSING SOON
Senior Childcare Practitioner - Children's Residential Home
Location: Swinton, Manchester
Provision: Children's Residential Home (Ages 7-17, EBD & Mild Learning Difficulties) - This is a New home for an established provider.
Hours: Various on 36 hour or 48 hour contract
Salary: £27,144 - £36,192 base 8-10 sleep-ins/month (£52 per sleep)
Potential take-home: Up to £41,184 per annum
About the Role
Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking to take the next step in your career? Or are you already a Senior Practitioner seeking a new challenge? As a Senior Childcare Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Mild Learning Difficulties (MLD). You will be a role model, mentor, and key worker, ensuring the best possible care and outcomes for the children. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation with a strong Ofsted "Good" track record and a commitment to achieving Outstanding ratings.
What We're Looking For
* Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent - see below) or enrolled on.
* Experience working with children in residential care or similar settings
* Ability to manage challenging behaviours and create a nurturing environment
* Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)
* Fluency in English (with the ability to understand UK dialects)
Alternative Qualifications Considered:
If you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care, we will consider your application if you can demonstrate experience working with children and or YPs
Key Responsibilities
* Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting
* Act as a positive role model and key worker, helping children develop essential life skills
* Promote a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages growth and independence
* Contribute to care planning, behaviour management, and safeguarding processes
* Support less experienced staff and lead shifts as required
Why Join This Organisation?
* Career Progression Pathway - Grow into Deputy, Registered, or Regional Manager roles
* Comprehensive Training Academy - Ongoing professional development & specialist training
* Excellent Health & Wellbeing Benefits - Including discounted gym memberships
* Additional Leave - Rewarded at 2 years & 5 years of service
* Company Pension Scheme - Auto-enrolment for long-term security
How to Apply
If youre passionate about making a difference in young peoples lives, wed love to hear from you! Click 'Apply' now or contact us for more details.
Call Sam: 01423 393 019
Email: samuel@sgscare.co.uk
SGS Care and our client are equal opportunity employers committed to safeguarding children. Successful candidates will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference checks in line with Safer Recruitment practices.
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