Senior Support Worker Residential Childcare Chippenham

Brook Street Social Care; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Chippenham is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead the daily operations of the therapeutic children's home. The role requires experience in residential care and the ability to implement therapeutic practices. This position offers a £32,000 salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Full therapeutic training

Ongoing professional development

Clear path for career progression

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience in a residential children's home.
• Enhanced DBS and suitable references.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in delivering high-quality, consistent care.
• Help implement care plans and behaviour support strategies.
• Encourage young people's emotional and social development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Understanding of therapeutic care

Caring and resilient approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)

Job description

SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER - THERAPEUTIC CHILDREN'S HOME

Location: Chippenham, Wiltshire
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Contact: Louise - (Call, Text, or WhatsApp)

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Senior Support Worker, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home. You'll lead by example, support junior staff, and help create a safe, supportive, and healing space for children who've experienced trauma.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• At least 1 year's experience in a residential children's home
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• A solid understanding of therapeutic and trauma-informed care
• Confident leadership and communication skills
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Enhanced DBS and suitable references

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the team in delivering high-quality, consistent care
• Help implement care plans and behaviour support strategies
• Act as a role model for therapeutic practice and positive routines
• Encourage young people's emotional and social development
• Assist with rota planning, team development, and safeguarding
• Contribute to maintaining compliance with care standards

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• £32,000 salary
• Full therapeutic training and ongoing professional development
• A supportive, trauma-informed team culture
• Clear path for career progression
• An opportunity to genuinely change young lives

READY TO FIND OUT MORE?

Get in touch with Louise for a confidential chat or to apply: (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) (Call, Text, or WhatsApp)

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