Senior Residential Support Worker

Nurse Seekers; Lancing; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A care recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Senior Residential Support Worker in Lancing to oversee the care of vulnerable young individuals. The role includes supporting management, providing primary care, and leading a team of staff. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience working with children with emotional and behavioural challenges. This full-time position offers £31,500 per annum and requires commitment to the wellbeing of young people.

Benefits

Mandatory training

Paid sleep-ins at £50 per night

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children/young people.
• Experience in residential childcare and with emotional/behavioural difficulties.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (Children's Homes Regulations).

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of the home and care for young people.
• Contribute to care planning and maintain accurate records.
• Lead and support staff in daily routines.

Skills

Relationship building

Managing challenging behaviour

Verbal and written communication

IT and Microsoft Office

Emotional resilience

Household task management

Full UK driving licence

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Senior Residential Support Worker (SRSW)

Location: Lancing

Salary: £31,500 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week across a 7-day rota

Sleep-ins: Required, paid at £50 per night

Job Summary

We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join a residential home for vulnerable young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the home and ensuring high-quality, consistent care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered and Deputy Managers in delivering a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
• Provide primary care including support with food, health, hygiene, and daily routines.
• Act as a positive role model and form meaningful relationships with young people.
• Contribute to care planning, attend meetings, and maintain accurate records.
• Lead and support staff in daily routines, shift planning, and activity coordination.
• Act as keyworker for young people, monitoring progress and supporting individual needs.
• Uphold safeguarding, regulatory, and health & safety standards at all times.
• Supervise and support junior staff and contribute to their development.
• Engage in and complete mandatory training, on-call duties, and other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualifications (Essential): QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent
• Knowledge & Experience (Essential): At least 2 years of experience working with children/young people; experience in residential childcare; experience working with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties; knowledge of child development and relevant legislation (Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards).

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to build and maintain positive, professional relationships with young people and staff.
• Confident in managing challenging behaviour using approved strategies (e.g., de-escalation techniques).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to write reports, logs, and maintain daily records accurately.
• Comfortable using IT and Microsoft Office software.
• Emotionally resilient, calm under pressure, and consistent in approach.
• Confident in managing household tasks and engaging in activities with young people.
• Willingness to undertake sleep-ins, training, and on-call responsibilities.
• Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes

• Genuine interest in supporting children with complex needs.
• Committed to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.
• Emotionally mature with good professional boundaries.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Committed to continuous learning and development.

If you're a dedicated care professional ready for your next step in a supportive and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Jack at Nurse Seekers on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).