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Brook Street; Nelson; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street is seeking a Senior Support Worker for a solo placement in a children's residential home, focusing on emotional and behavioural needs. You will lead daily care and support a therapeutic, child-centered approach to help young people feel safe and valued.

The role requires at least 12 months' experience in a children's residential setting, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience of at least 12 months in a children's residential care home.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• A full UK driving licence (as you may be required to drive as part of the role).
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice.
• Values aligned to nurturing, supportive care that puts the child first.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support day-to-day care in a solo placement setting, helping children and young people feel safe, listened to and valued
• Work with emotional and behavioural needs using a therapeutic, person-centred approach
• Support positive outcomes through consistent care, boundaries, and encouragement
• Help maintain high standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practice
• Take a proactive role in day-to-day routines, communication, and teamwork within the home

Skills

Driving licence

Residential care experience

Ofsted knowledge

Education

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Setting: Children's Residential Home, Solo Placement for Emotional Behavioural Difficulties

Salary: £34,084.00-£37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps (depending on qualification)

If you're a caring, resilient support worker looking for a new challenge, this could be the role that takes your career forward.

Our Client is a children-centred residential care provider for young people, and they're hiring a Senior Support Worker to join a highly valued team within a solo placement home supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

What you'll be doing as a Senior Support Worker:

• Lead and support day-to-day care in a solo placement setting, helping children and young people feel safe, listened to and valued
• Work with emotional and behavioural needs using a therapeutic, person-centred approach
• Support positive outcomes through consistent care, boundaries, and encouragement
• Help maintain high standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practice
• Take a proactive role in day-to-day routines, communication, and teamwork within the home

What you'll bring:

• Experience of at least 12 months in a children's residential care home
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• A full UK driving licence (as you may be required to drive as part of the role)
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice
• Values aligned to nurturing, supportive care that puts the child first

Additional information:

• Salary: £34,084.00-£37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps (depending on qualification)
• Shift pattern: 2 days on, 4 days off
• Paid induction training
• Progression routes, including the opportunity to complete Level 4/5 Residential Childcare qualifications
• Company app with high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling
• Birthday day off (in addition to annual leave)
• Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions (sponsorship isn't available)

Ready for a role where your care truly makes a difference?