Senior Residential Childrens Support Worker

Job description

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker ready to take the next step? This is an opportunity to join a respected provider of childrens residential care and step into a senior role with real responsibility, excellent training, and career progression.

This is a unique chance to help shape the culture, routines, and therapeutic environment of a new service from the very beginning. Our homes are carefully designed to feel safe, nurturing, and genuinely homely, places where children can build stability, trust, and a sense of belonging.

Backed by over 20 years of combined experience across residential childcare and semi-independent supported living, we are proud of the strong reputation we have built for delivering high-quality, child-centred care.

Why apply for the Senior Residential Support Worker role?

• Competitive salary with sleep-ins included
• Fully funded ongoing training and leadership development
• Recognition for long service, birthday rewards, and on-demand GP access
• A supportive organisation that invests in its team

The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, youll support children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, while guiding and mentoring less experienced colleagues. Your role will include:

• Acting as a role model and leading shifts to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Building strong, positive relationships with young people
• Supporting education, leisure activities, and daily routines
• Contributing to care planning and safeguarding responsibilities

What were looking for

• You must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Previous experience working in residential childcare
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour with resilience and professionalism
• Flexibility to work long day shifts (7am10pm) and participate in sleep-ins

Next Step
Apply today and take the next step in your career with a provider who will support your growth and progression.

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)
• Right to Work in UK without any restrictions (required)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£35,000 Per Month

Published at

03-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English