Senior Therapeutic Support Worker

Job description

Senior Therapeutic Support Worker

Location: Waterlooville

Salary: From £16.25 per hour, plus £3,000–£6,000 annually for sleep-ins

Hours: 39 hours per week, including long days and sleep-ins

Contract: Full-time

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a compassionate and resilient Senior Therapeutic Support Worker to join a children's residential care home in Waterlooville.

The role involves supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma and may have complex emotional, behavioural and developmental needs. The successful candidate will help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people feel valued, build confidence and develop the skills needed to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, child-centred and therapeutic care within a residential children's home .

Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people .

Act as a positive role model, offering encouragement, praise and emotional support.

Support young people through challenging situations using patience, empathy and resilience.

Promote independence, confidence, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

Contribute to care plans, safeguarding procedures and team discussions.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, stable and supportive home environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 12 months' experience working in a children's residential home .

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Knowledge of child-centred and therapeutic approaches to care.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A caring, flexible and emotionally resilient approach.

Ability to remain calm and professional when managing challenging behaviour.

Flexibility to work long-day shifts and sleep-ins.

Candidates with transferable experience in education, youth work, care, security or supporting vulnerable indiv...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Waterlooville

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

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