Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Care Lead

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

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.