Senior children's residential support worker

Job Summary Senior Residential Care Practitioner – Children's Residential Home Walsall From £38,683.63 per annum (with a salary increase following a successful 6-month probation) 360 hours annual leave, fully funded training, and clear progression routes Full Time | 56.5 hours per week (inclusive of sleep-ins) | 3-Week Rolling Rota Connective Careers Pathways is recruiting on behalf of a children's residential care provider for an experienced and resilient Senior Residential Care Practitioner. You will join a dedicated team in a 2-bed children’s residential home in Walsall. This role is a rewarding opportunity to take on a key shift-leadership position, managing a staff team on shift while providing a therapeutic, safe, and structured environment for looked-after young people. The Role As a Senior Residential Care Practitioner, you will take charge of shifts, ensuring the smooth daily running of the home. Working alongside your senior co-worker on a fixed rolling rota, you will act as a strong role model for both the young people and the care staff, mentoring junior team members while upholding outstanding safeguarding practices. Key responsibilities: Leading and managing shifts to ensure a stable, safe, and positive home environment. Supervising, supporting, and mentoring Residential Care Practitioners. Assisting with care planning, risk assessments, and daily handovers. Supporting young people with their education, daily routines, and emotional well-being. Attending mandatory training and team meetings to contribute to the home's development. Essential Requirements: Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner, Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or a higher relevant qualification. Experience: Minimum of 1 year’s experience supervising a team or leading shifts within a children’s residential home. Sector Knowledge: Strong experience and practical knowledge of working with children within residential care frameworks. Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence (essential). Working Hours & Shift Patterns 56.5 hours per week, averaging 10 shifts per month. Formatted into a 3-week rolling rota working alongside a senior co-worker. Shift Times: 07:30 to 22:30, plus an overnight sleep-in and a 30-minute handover the next morning (07:30–08:00). Total hours include 244.5 hours per month across shifts, mandatory training sessions, and team meetings.What's on OfferStarting salary of £38,683.63 per annum (inclusive of sleep-ins). Guaranteed pay rise upon successful completion of your 6-month probationary period. Generous annual leave entitlement of 360 hours. Ample opportunities for professional growth and advanced training. Apply Today For more information or to apply, contact: Connective Careers Pathways 01223 944049 info@connectivecareers.co.uk With over 30 years of combined industry experience, Connective Careers Pathways connects exceptional care professionals with outstanding employers across the Health & Social Care and Education sectors.