Therapeutic Environment | Meaningful Impact | Career Development | Supportive Team Culture
Helping children and young people build brighter futures can be one of the most rewarding careers in social care. As a Senior Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in creating stability, trust, and positive outcomes within a nurturing residential setting. If you're an experienced Residential Childcare Worker or Children's Residential Support Worker looking to take the next step, this opportunity offers genuine purpose and progression.
You’ll be trusted to lead by example, support less experienced colleagues, and contribute to a therapeutic environment where young people can grow, recover, and thrive. The role offers the chance to make a lasting difference while continuing to develop your own career in residential childcare.
Package & Benefits
* Salary of £32,000 per annum.
* Company pension.
* Life assurance and critical illness cover.
* Cash medical plan.
* DBS cost covered.
* Full company induction, including shadow shifts.
* Ongoing training and development.
* Refer-a-friend scheme.
* Employee recognition programme.
* Retail discounts through employee benefits platform.
* Career progression and development opportunities.
About the Company
This organisation provides high-quality residential care for children and young people, with a strong focus on therapeutic practice, safeguarding, and positive outcomes. The team is committed to creating a safe, child‑centred environment where young people are supported to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
* Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes within a safe and therapeutic residential setting.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with families, professionals, and multi‑agency partners to support effective care planning.
* Lead by example, promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and high standards of care across the home.
* Contribute to safeguarding, risk assessments, record keeping, and the ongoing development of young people.
About You
* Minimum 4 years' experience within a children's residential care setting.
* Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.
* Full Right to work in the UK.
Please note: Applications from candidates who do not hold a Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare and at least 4 years residential childcare experience will not be considered.
If you're an experienced Senior Support Worker, Children's Residential Support Worker, or Residential Childcare professional looking for a role where your experience will have a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion.
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