Senior Children's Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager MK

Job description

Job Description

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager

Salary: £26,832–£32,656 per year, plus a £7,200 annual sleep-in allowance

MD2 Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a client for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker / Deputy Manager. This role would suit someone with experience in a children's residential home who enjoys supporting young people and is ready to take on more leadership responsibility.

You'll work alongside the management team to provide a safe, supportive and consistent home for young people. You'll also guide colleagues on shift and help maintain high standards of care.

What you'll be doing

• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people and supporting their individual needs.
• Leading shifts and providing guidance to other members of the team.
• Supporting care planning, record keeping and communication with relevant professionals.
• Helping to maintain a safe environment and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the home, including sleep-in duties.

What we're looking for

• Experience working in a children's residential care setting.
• The confidence to lead a shift and support colleagues.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding and a calm, child-centred approach.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car.

If you're an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to progress, or a Deputy Manager considering your next move, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply by sending your CV to MD2 Recruitment or message us for a confidential conversation about the role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

28-09-2026

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