Senior Support Worker

Brook Street; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to lead shifts in a therapeutic children's home for ages 8-18, ensuring safe, nurturing environments and positive outcomes. You will supervise staff, build strong relationships with young people and collaborate with social workers.

The role demands safeguarding expertise, experience with EBD/SEMH, and the ability to work a 2 on/4 off rota including sleep-ins.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Children's Residential Care.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience supporting children with EBD, SEMH or complex needs.
• Strong safeguarding and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to work a 2 on / 4 off rota including sleep-ins.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home.
• Mentor and support residential care staff.
• Build positive relationships with young people.
• Promote independence, wellbeing and positive behaviours.
• Complete care plans, reports and safeguarding documentation.
• Work with social workers, families and external professionals.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentor staff

Safeguarding

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Report writing

Education

Level 4/5 care qualification

Job description

Permanent

We are recruiting for

Senior Residential Support Workers to join a therapeutic children's home supporting young people aged 8-18 with emotional and behavioural needs.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will lead shifts, support colleagues, promote positive outcomes and help provide a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home
• Mentor and support residential care staff
• Build positive relationships with young people
• Promote independence, wellbeing and positive behaviours
• Complete care plans, reports and safeguarding documentation
• Work with social workers, families and external professionals
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Children's Residential Care
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience supporting children with EBD, SEMH or complex needs
• Strong safeguarding and behaviour management skills
• Ability to work a 2 on / 4 off rota including sleep-ins
• Salary up to £35,186
• Funded Level 4 & 5 qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive training and development
• Supportive management team