Senior Residential Support Worker - Children

Break Charity; Chevington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free qualifications

Golden hello £500 after start

Additional £500 at 6 months

31 days annual leave

Pension salary sacrifice

Life assurance 3x salary

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work

Discounts via Blue Light platform

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Break Charity in Chevington, Suffolk is seeking a passionate Senior Residential Support Worker. You will lead by example to create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive, with support from Break’s therapeutic services to foster independence and positive outcomes.

You'll take on leadership duties, line-manage Support Workers, oversee performance and wellbeing, and coordinate staff across shifts, including an on-call rota to ensure safe, consistent care for residents.

Qualifications

• Must complete Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 24 months.
• Full UK driving licence is required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to create a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people.
• Line manage Support Workers, oversee staff performance and wellbeing.
• Coordinate staff and resources during shifts; participate in on-call rota.
• Support young people to build trust, resilience and positive relationships.

Skills

Driving licence

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Break Charity in Chevington, Suffolk is seeking a passionate Senior Residential Support Worker. You will lead by example to create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive, with support from Break’s therapeutic services to foster independence and positive outcomes.

You'll take on leadership duties, line-manage Support Workers, oversee performance and wellbeing, and coordinate staff across shifts, including an on-call rota to ensure safe, consistent care for residents.