Senior Residential Support Worker

SGS Care Ltd; Middlesbrough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to join their dedicated team in Middlesbrough. This rewarding role involves providing essential support to children and young people with learning disabilities in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare and have at least one year of relevant experience. You'll have the opportunity to develop professionally through funded qualifications and ongoing training while enjoying a supportive leadership structure. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this position offers a fulfilling career path with clear progression opportunities.

Benefits

Funded qualifications

Ongoing training

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in residential childcare preferred.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with learning disabilities.
• Engage in personal care and follow guidance.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Managing Challenging Behaviour

IT Literacy

Education

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker
Location: Middlesbrough
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours: No less than 37 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £16.60
Sleep-ins: 4 to 6 per month, paid at £60 per sleep
Waking Nights: 3 to 4 per month, paid at £17.60 per hour
Service: Children’s Residential Home (Learning Disabilities)

About the Home

• Number of Beds: 3

• Location: Middlesbrough

• Service Users: Children and young people with Learning Disabilities

• Staffing Ratio: 1:1 support

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking passionate, reliable, and committed individuals who are ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people. This is a rewarding role in a supportive and well-structured home environment.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – preferred

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in residential childcare – preferred

• Full UK driving licence

• Understanding of legislation surrounding residential childcare

• Willingness to engage in personal care

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Empathy and a child-centred approach

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Ability to follow guidance and work under direction

• Confident in managing challenging behaviour

• Comfortable working in a trauma-informed way

• Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role

• Willing to learn and develop professionally

• Able to complete accurate documentation and reports

• IT literate or willing to be trained

Why Join This Home?

• Clear progression pathways

• Funded qualifications and ongoing training

• Supportive leadership and positive working culture

• Company pension

• Free on-site parking

• Varied shifts including days, nights, and weekends

Ready to Apply?

If you’re driven to support young people with complex needs and want to work within a nurturing and professional team, we’d love to hear from you.

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