Senior Residential Childrens Support Worker

Job description

Make a real difference in a young person's life. Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for your next step? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people to feel safe, valued and empowered to reach their potential?
We are looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team at a children's residential home in Matlock, Derbyshire .
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who can provide compassionate, consistent and high-quality care while also taking responsibility for supporting the day-to-day running of the home.
About the role As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing and positive environment for the young people in our care.
You will:
Provide high-quality care and support tailored to each young person's individual needs.
Build positive, trusting and professional relationships with children and young people.
Act as a positive role model and encourage young people to develop confidence, independence and life skills.
Support young people with education, appointments, activities and community involvement.
Lead shifts and provide guidance and support to Residential Support Workers.
Assist with the day-to-day running of the home and ensure agreed routines and standards are maintained.
Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, key-work sessions and young people's records.
Promote safeguarding and always put the welfare of the young people first.
Work positively with families, social workers, schools and other professionals.
Support colleagues and contribute to a strong, consistent and positive team culture.
Take responsibility for the home in the absence of the Registered Manager or Deputy Manager, where required.
About you We are looking for someone who is:
Experienced in working with children or young people in a residential, care or support setting.
Passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes.
Calm, patient, resilient and able to respond appropriately to challenging situations.
Confident taking responsibility and leading a shift.
A strong communicator who works well as part of a team.
Able to maintain professional boundaries while building positive relationships.
Reliable, organised and committed to providing consistently high standards of care.
Willing to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-in shifts.
A relevant qualification in Children and Young People, Health & Social Care or Residential Childcare is desirable. A Level 3 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be an advantage.
What we offer Competitive salary
Enhanced pay for sleep-ins / additional hours
Full training and ongoing professional development
Support towards relevant qualifications
Regular supervision and support
Opportunities for career progression
A friendly and supportive team environment
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people
Join us If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want a role where no two days are the same and your work genuinely matters , we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and tell us why you would be a great addition to our team.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Matlock

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

19-10-2026

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