Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgs-Care-Ltd; Leigh; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shopping discounts

GP access

Counselling service

Pension plan

December bonus

Refer-a-friend

Job summary

SGS-Care-Ltd is seeking a Senior Residential Practitioner in Leigh, Greater Manchester. The role involves leading shifts, supervising practitioners, and ensuring high-quality care for children and young people aged 5–18 with EBD and diverse needs.

You will report to the Deputy and Registered Manager. A Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care or related level 3 in Adult Social Care is preferred, with experience in senior or team-leading roles in health and social care.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care or Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care with willingness to complete additional units in Children's Residential Care.
• Minimum 1 year in a Senior or Team Leader role in residential childcare or related health/social care settings.
• Experience in residential childcare is desirable and beneficial for progression.

Responsibilities

• Oversee each shift and provide first-line management to Residential Practitioners on duty.
• Report directly to the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager.
• Ensure the children and young people receive the best possible care and support.
• Supervise and provide ongoing 1:1 practice-based supervision to team members.

Skills

Resilience

Leadership

Communication

Listening

Patience

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care (with commitment to children's units)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Practitioner

Location: Leigh, Greater Manchester

Salary: Approximately £34,704 per annum, based on 160 hours per month plus 11 sleep-ins per month

Hourly Rate: £14.50 per hour

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Sleep-ins: 10 to 11 sleep-ins per month at £52 per sleep

Service: Children's Residential Home

Service Users: Children and young people aged 5 to 18 years with EBD and a variety of other needs and requirements.

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care (most desirable), or a Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care with a willingness to complete additional units in Children's Residential Care.

Experience Required: A minimum of 1 year in a Senior or Team Leader role. Residential childcare experience is desirable, although Senior and Team Leader experience in other health and social care environments will be considered.

The Home: Our client provides person-centred support and care for children and young people, creating a nurturing and homely environment where each child is safe, valued and encouraged to thrive. This is a brand-new home preparing to open, offering the chance to join the team from the outset and help shape the culture of the service from day one.

As Senior Residential Practitioner you will oversee each shift, providing first-line management and supervision to the Residential Practitioners on duty and ensuring the children and young people receive the best possible care and support. You will report directly to the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager.

Who we are looking for: The successful candidate will:

• Be committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.
• Prioritise workload and duties effectively.
• Have experience of leading and delegating to the team on duty.
• Be confident in decision-making and accountability.
• Understand care plans, risk assessments and the Children's Homes Regulations.
• Safeguard and protect the wellbeing of children and young people at all times.
• Supervise and provide ongoing 1:1 practice-based supervision to team members.
• Work collaboratively with other Senior Practitioners and management to ensure the service meets the required standards.
• Act in the absence of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, seeking approval where necessary.
• Communicate professionally with team members and external professionals.
• Advocate for the needs, wishes and views of the children and young people in their care.

We are looking for people with resilience, confidence, strong communication skills, good listening skills, dedication, patience, kindness, compassion and empathy.

Who you will be working for: Our client was established in 2018 and is now expanding into the Greater Manchester area, opening new children’s homes across the region. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation at a genuinely exciting stage in its development.

Future plans: Continued expansion across the North West, with further homes opening.

Progression: Ongoing progression opportunities as the organisation grows, with a clear commitment to developing team members.

Training / qualifications: Ongoing training and development, including eligibility for driving lessons.

Benefits:

• Access to discounts at over 100 shopping outlets
• Same-day GP appointments
• Face-to-face professional counselling service
• Pension plan
• Duvet Day incentive
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Long-term employment benefits
• £500 bonus in December and a further £500 bonus in January
• A fast, straightforward two-stage interview process

Ethos: Guided by core values of compassion, integrity, collaboration, excellence and respect, our client is committed to creating a supportive environment for both team members and the children in their care.

Culture: A collaborative team environment where practitioners and management work together with encouragement and understanding, and where your leadership has a real impact on the lives of children helping them thrive in a safe and loving environment.

Individuals with only CQC experience and / or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

Sponsorship is not available.

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