Senior Support Worker

ACS Staffing Solutions; Derby; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 3, 4 & 5

Career progression opportunities

Free meals on shift

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Additional annual leave

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Senior Support Worker for children’s residential care in the Derbyshire area. You will lead shifts, support a small team, and help provide therapeutic care for children and young people with complex needs.

You will oversee daily routines, safeguard children, and contribute to care planning, with a focus on building positive relationships and managing challenging behaviours using therapeutic approaches.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare qualification (or working towards).
• Minimum 2 years' experience in children’s residential care.
• Experience supporting children with ASC, mental health, or emotional/behavioural needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support Residential Support Workers
• Build positive relationships with young people
• Support daily routines, activities and appointments
• Safeguard children and maintain accurate records
• Support care planning and manage challenging behaviour using therapeutic approaches

Skills

Residential childcare qualification

Experience in children's residential

Driving licence

Experience with ASC / mental health

Education

Level 3/4 Residential Childcare

Job description

Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Care

Location: Derbyshire Area

Salary: Up to £37,360 per year (including sleep-ins) + performance bonuses

Shift Pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off (sleep-ins required)

We're looking for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join our family-run children's homes in Derbyshire. You'll lead shifts, support a small team, and help provide therapeutic care for children and young people with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support Residential Support Workers
• Build positive relationships with young people
• Support daily routines, activities, and appointments
• Safeguard children and maintain accurate records
• Support care planning and manage challenging behaviour using therapeutic approaches

Requirements

• Level 3 or 4 Residential Childcare qualification (or working towards)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential care
• Experience supporting children with ASC, mental health, or emotional and behavioural needs
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Salary up to £37,360 + bonuses
• Fully funded Level 3, 4 & 5 qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Free meals on shift
• Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, and additional annual leave
• Supportive family-run organisation with small homes and high staffing ratios