Senior Residential Support Worker

Senior Residential Support Worker

Are you an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take your career to the next level? Service Care Solutions is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established provider supporting children and young people within two Ofsted-rated Good children's homes located in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary of £31,259 - £36,044 per annum (£15.03 per hour).

About the Role – Senior Residential Support Worker

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality care, guidance, and support to children and young people. You will oversee shifts, support Residential Support Workers, and act as a positive role model, fostering a safe and nurturing environment. Your efforts will contribute to helping young people develop essential life skills and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Residential Support Worker include:

• Supervising shifts and supporting Residential Support Workers
• Acting as a positive role model for young people
• Supporting children and young people to develop life skills and independence
• Encouraging engagement with education, personal development, and activities
• Monitoring and managing behaviours positively and proactively
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Creating and delivering engaging activities
• Supporting staff development and performance
• Working in line with safeguarding, regulatory, and legislative requirements

Shift Pattern – Senior Residential Support Worker

The role involves double sleep-in shifts from 7:30am to 10:30pm, followed by a sleep-in, on a 3-week rolling rota. The schedule includes working one Saturday, one Sunday, and having one weekend off within each cycle.

Candidate Requirements – Senior Residential Support Worker

• Minimum 12 months' experience in residential childcare
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Ability to lead shifts and support staff effectively
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s residential care standards
• Applicants must be aged 21 or over

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits of Working as a Senior Residential Support Worker

• Salary up to £36,044 per annum
• Small, supportive home environments
• Opportunity to work in Ofsted-rated Good services
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression paths
• Rewarding role making a genuine difference to young people’s lives
• Service Care Solutions benefits including a £150 sign-up bonus for new candidates and a £200 referral bonus for successfully placing candidates

How to Apply

To express your interest in this exciting opportunity as a Senior Residential Support Worker, please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk or call us at 0121 123 4567. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you take the next step in your residential childcare career!