Senior Residential Support Worker

Job description

Please note : £38,082.60 would be inclusive of Sleep in Shifts at £50 per night with average of 9 per month & approx. 30 hours overtime per month
Location – Vale of Glamorgan
Full time and part time opportunities available
We have an opportunity for Senior Residential Support Workers to join our dynamic team within our children's home in Cowbridge area , supporting up to 4 Young People with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties. All our homes are based in a semi-rural location to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for the individuals we support.
We provide a homely environment where Young People feel safe, supported, and nurtured. If you have a passion for providing therapeutic care & to make a positive impact to those in need, then please get in touch with us.
Requirement's to be a Senior Residential Support Worker:
Essential
QCF/NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
Minimum of 1 years' experience working in Care.
Full UK manual drivers licence
Minimum age 22
Passion to make a difference
Strong communication skills and a team player
Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure
Basic IT skills
Flexibility for shift work, including weekends & sleep ins
Able to act as a positive role model
Ability to Shift Lead in a residential setting
Basic knowledge of Statutory requirements & regulations
Good understanding of Health & Safety, and risk assessments
Desirable
Level 3 qualification specific in Health & Social Care Children & Young People
Registered with Social Care Wales or must register within initial 6 months in residential care
Experience of working with children
Experience of residential childcare
Welsh Speaker
What we Offer:
Competitive pay with structured progression
28 days annual leave per year, plus an additional 1 days per year, up to a maximum of 5 days
Birthday day off
Fully supported Induction throughout probation period
Refer a Friend bonus scheme
Fully funded milage allowance if working outside your allocated home.
Company Pension Scheme
Fully funded Health & Social Care Qualifications (Level 4-5)
Fully funded ongoing CPD training program.
Fully funded access to Trauma Informed Practice...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cowbridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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