Senior Residential Support Worker - Children's Services

Hippo Staffing Solutions; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker in Burton upon Trent, England. The role involves leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring high-quality care for young people with complex needs. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in children's residential care and a solid understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management. This position offers long-term progression in a nurturing environment, ideal for those with strong leadership skills and a passion for supporting young people.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in children's residential care.
• Solid understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage shifts, oversee daily routines, and ensure young people are supported.
• Take the lead in managing incidents and guiding young people through challenging behaviours.
• Supervise and coach staff, monitor standards within the home and contribute to staff development.
• Support new staff through their induction and help maintain a consistent, child-centred approach.

Skills

Experience in children's residential care

Understanding of safeguarding

Behaviour management skills

Job description

Senior Residential Support Worker

Salary: Up to £36,000 OTE + Sleep-ins (approx. £6,000)

Recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established children's residential service. The Senior Residential Support Worker plays a central role in leading shifts, supporting staff and ensuring high-quality care for young people with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in children's residential care.
• Solid understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage shifts, oversee daily routines, and ensure young people are supported emotionally, socially and practically.
• Take the lead in managing incidents, guiding young people through challenging behaviours and maintaining a safe, therapeutic atmosphere within the home.
• Supervise and coach staff, complete management tasks delegated by the Registered Manager, monitor standards within the home and contribute to staff development.
• Support new staff through their induction, assist with key documentation and play a vital role in maintaining a consistent, child-centred approach across the team.

What We Offer

This Senior Residential Support Worker role offers long-term progression and development within a nurturing and structured environment.

We are seeking a confident, resilient and compassionate Senior Residential Support Worker who can lead by example, uphold high standards of care and contribute positively to the home's culture. If you have strong leadership skills, a passion for supporting young people and the ability to handle responsibility in a fast-paced setting, this Senior Residential Support Worker role will offer long-term progression and development.