Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgscare; Horsham; On-site; GBP 31,432 - 34,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

£35 sleep-in payment

Employee discount scheme

Wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Sgscare in Horsham, West Sussex, is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker to provide high-quality care and guidance to young people in a children's residential home. You will lead young people's care and development, collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders, and handle challenging behaviors effectively.

This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary with opportunities for progression and includes benefits like a company pension and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with teenage boys or young people with challenging behaviours.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead on young people's care, welfare, and development.
• Create engaging activities that promote development and independence.
• Maintain compliance with Children's Homes Regulations.

Skills

Leading on young people's care

Supporting Residential Support Workers

Managing challenging behaviour

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare / Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

Salary: Base salary of £31,432.09, increasing to £32,817.82 after probation. Potential earnings up to £34,497.82 including sleep-ins.

Working Hours / Shift Pattern: Approx. 40 hours per week, shift pattern includes days, evenings, and weekends (every other weekend off)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Sleep-ins: Approx. 1 sleep-in per week at £35 per sleep

Service: Children’s Residential Home

Service Users: Boys aged 12–18 with challenging behaviours

Qualifications Required: Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare / Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)

Experience Required: Experience working with teenage boys or young people with challenging behaviours

The Home

Our client provides therapeutic residential childcare within warm, homely environments based in peaceful rural settings. Their approach focuses on helping young people make sense of past experiences and move forward positively through nurturing care, clear boundaries, achievable goals, structured support, and positive relationship building.

Who we are looking for

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker who can lead by example and provide high-quality care and guidance to young people.

You will be confident in

• Leading on young people’s care, welfare and development
• Supporting Residential Support Workers on shift
• Maintaining compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and internal procedures
• Working collaboratively with parents, carers, local authorities and professionals
• Creating engaging activities that promote development and independence
• Managing challenging behaviour calmly and consistently
• Maintaining accurate written records and reports
• Upholding safeguarding standards at all times

You will also need

• A full UK driving licence
• Access to your own vehicle (rural location)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility across shift patterns

Who you will be working for

Our client is an established children’s residential care provider delivering structured and nurturing support for young people.

Why this home & company

This is an opportunity to join a provider focused on therapeutic, relationship‑led care where young people are supported to build stability, resilience, and positive futures.

Progression

Opportunities for promotion and career progression.

Benefits

• Company pension
• £35 sleep-in payment
• Employee discount scheme
• Wellbeing support
• Career progression opportunities

Ethos

Relationship‑based, nurturing, structured childcare support focused on positive outcomes.

Culture

Supportive, safeguarding‑led, child‑centred environment.

Sponsorship is not available.

How to apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s dedicated team, apply today. To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

Contact

For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: [e-mail]