Senior Support Worker – Settled EBD Home
Bedford | £13.50ph + £105 per sleep-in | 168 hours per 4 weeks (plus sleeps)
Join a well-established and settled children’s home in Bedford, offering a meaningful role with flexibility, teamwork, and strong support.
About the Role:
As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll help lead a dedicated team providing consistent, therapeutic care in a four-bed EBD home rated 'Good' by Ofsted. Your shifts will reflect the needs of the home — typically 8am to 10pm — with sleep-ins paid additionally.
• Support young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a stable setting
• Provide leadership and guidance to support workers on shift
• Help ensure compliance with care plans and safeguarding procedures
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and colleagues
• Contribute to a therapeutic, child-centred culture in the home
What Makes This Exciting:
• Settled, well-run home with a stable team
• Good Ofsted rating – no firefighting
• Flexible rota with no rigid sleep-in pattern
• Additional pay for sleep-ins (£105 each)
• Opportunity to develop and step into leadership
About You:
• Experience working in EBD or similar residential childcare settings
• Confident supporting children with challenging behaviour
• Calm, resilient, and nurturing approach
• Ability to lead by example and support newer staff
• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) preferred
Why Join:
• Stable and supportive team culture
• Trusted provider with a focus on quality care
• Scope for future progression and training
• Flexible approach to shifts and work-life balance
• Real impact in the lives of young people
How to Apply:
If you’re looking to step into a senior role where your experience and leadership will truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further