Senior Support Worker/team Leader (children Residential Home)

IRESOLV LTD; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Daventry is seeking a compassionate Senior Residential Support Worker to support children and young people in their residential service. The role involves leading shifts, mentoring staff, and ensuring that every child receives nurturing, trauma-informed care. Applicants should have 1-2 years of experience in children's care settings, a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, and a commitment to making a positive impact in young lives. Competitive salary is offered along with training and support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fully funded training

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience working in a Children's Residential Care setting.
• Ability to lead shifts confidently and supervise junior staff.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts effectively, ensuring safe staffing and high-quality practice.
• Provide direct support to children & young people.
• Record accurate, timely reports and updates on internal systems.

Skills

Experience in Children's Residential Care

Knowledge of safeguarding

Trauma-informed care

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

GCSE or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate, confident and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader to join our growing residential children's service. You will play a key frontline role in supporting children and young people to thrive, heal, and achieve positive outcomes in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards. As a Senior Support Worker, you will lead shifts, guide staff, model excellent practice, and ensure every child receives safe, nurturing, trauma-informed care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts effectively, ensuring safe staffing and high-quality practice.
• Provide direct support to children & young people in line with individual care plans, placement plans and risk assessments.
• Mentor, supervise and guide Support Workers day-to-day.
• Promote a warm, stable, therapeutic environment where children feel safe, valued, and listened to.
• Support children with their emotional, social, educational and health needs.
• Manage incidents, safeguarding concerns and behaviour support using trauma-informed approaches.
• Record accurate, timely reports, logs, and updates on internal systems.
• Work closely with the Home Manager, external professionals and the wider team to deliver consistent care.
• Contribute to Ofsted inspections and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience working in a Children's Residential Care setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete).
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed care and behaviour support.
• Ability to lead shifts confidently and supervise junior staff.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Drivers preferred (not essential).
• Must be willing to work rota shifts, including sleep-ins, evenings and weekends.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + sleep-in payments.
• Fully funded training, CPD and professional development.
• Clear internal progression routes (Team Leader ? Deputy Manager ? Manager).
• Supportive leadership team and strong therapeutic model.
• Employee wellbeing support and access to resources.
• A positive, child-centred culture where staff are valued and supported.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply via Indeed or send your CV directly to [e-mail]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Zero hours contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 14.00-15.50 per hour

Application question(s):

Have you worked in a Children Residential Home with Children & Young Persons having emotional behaviour difficulties? If yes for how long?

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Support Work (Children Residential Home): 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:

In person