Lead Residential Support Worker – Children's Home

SuperCare Residential; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym contribution

Company bonus

Free meals on shift

Blue Light Card

Job summary

SuperCare Residential is recruiting a Senior Residential Support Worker for our children's home. This role combines direct care with leadership responsibilities to ensure safe, consistent and high-quality support for young people with complex needs.

The home is rated Good by Ofsted, and you will lead by example, support less experienced staff, implement care plans and behaviour strategies, and engage in activities that promote development and independence.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an accepted equivalent.
• Experience in residential childcare is desirable.
• Strong communication and safeguarding commitment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on shift to maintain safe and consistent care delivery.
• Support younger colleagues and model best practices.
• Implement care plans and risk assessments with accuracy.
• Facilitate activities that promote independence and learning.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Childcare experience

Risk assessment

Education

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

SuperCare Residential is recruiting a Senior Residential Support Worker for our children's home. This role combines direct care with leadership responsibilities to ensure safe, consistent and high-quality support for young people with complex needs.

The home is rated Good by Ofsted, and you will lead by example, support less experienced staff, implement care plans and behaviour strategies, and engage in activities that promote development and independence.