Job Description

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker (EBD/LD) Location: GL10 Stonehouse Salary: £32,000 per annum (includes 5 contractual sleep-ins per month) Overtime: £16.67 per hour (inclusive of annual leave) Hours: Average 37.5 hours per week (163 hours per month)

Please note: Visa Sponsorship or Visa Switches are not available for this role.

About the Role Join a dedicated team at Ofsted-rated 'Good' and 'Outstanding' Children's Homes, where you'll help create a stable, therapeutic environment for young people to thrive.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Lead a small team of Residential Support Workers

• Case manage key children, including care plans, risk assessments, and multi-agency meetings

• Oversee daily operations, manage shifts, delegate tasks, and support new starters

• Report directly to the Deputy and Registered Managers

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Residential Children's Care or Supported Living

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• Confident leadership with a nurturing, playful approach to care

• Strong resilience, safeguarding knowledge, and problem-solving skills

• Full UK manual driving licence with fewer than 6 points (company vehicles provided)

Desirable:

• Supervisory or team leader experience

• Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, or trauma-related needs

What's On Offer

• Consistent rolling rota

• 7-day-a-week on-call support

• Ongoing training and 1:1 clinical support

• Clear pathways for career progression

• Health and wellbeing package

• Blue Light Discount Membership

• Enhanced DBS and Nest pension

• Casual dress and on-site parking

• Staff referral programme

Ready to Apply? If you're looking for a rewarding, dynamic role where you can make a real impact on young lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Note: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: From £32,000.00 per year

Application Questions

• Do you require Visa Sponsorship or a Visa Switch?

Licence/Certification

• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (required)

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (preferred)

Work Authorisation

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person