Senior Residential Support Worker

Job description

Job Title Senior Residential Care WorkerLocation Melksham (SN)Salary Salary: £16.15 per hour + £1,500 joining bonusHourly Rate: £15.75 per hour + £5 per hour (additional rate where applicable)Working Hours / Shift Pattern 160 hours per monthEmployment Type PermanentSleep-ins Paid at £65 per sleepService Children's HomeService Users Young people aged 8–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)Qualifications Required Level 3 Children & Young People's WorkforceExperience Required Experience within Children's Residential, Mental Health, or Secure Unit settingsThe Home Number of beds: 3Who we are looking for We are looking for experienced, resilient, and committed individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with complex needs. You will be confident managing challenging behaviours, building strong relationships, and providing consistent, nurturing care.Role responsibilities You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the home, acting as a positive role model, and helping young people to develop life skills, emotional resilience, and independence.Who you will be working for Company type/size (small, large group, family-run, social enterprise):Company information Number of homes:Future plans:Other services:Why this home & company This is an opportunity to join a service focused on delivering high-quality, child-centred care within a structured and supportive environment.Progression Training / qualifications Benefits £1,500 joining bonusCompetitive hourly rateSleep-in paymentsEthos CultureSponsorship Sponsorship is not available.Application notes Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car.You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (this is not deemed equivalent).Candidates with only HealthCare, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner qualifications will not be considered.You require sponsorship – no sponsorship available.Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.How to apply If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client's dedicated team, apply today. To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information.Contact For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact: job@sgscare.co.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Melksham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

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