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 – Rhondda Cynon Taff
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 Tonyrefail & Rhigos areas , 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 Infor...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cardiff

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