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Senior Support Worker

  • Posted date 16 July 2025
  • LocationWest Midlands
  • Job-type Contract
  • Discipline
  • ReferenceJ17733
  • Expiry date: 16 August 2025

Are you ready to take the next step in your care career? We’re looking for a Senior Support Worker who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people living in residential care.

Join a dedicated team committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for children with emotional and behavioural needs.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Supporting children and young people with daily routines, personal development, and emotional well-being.
  • Leading shifts and supervising junior staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care is delivered.
  • Providing a stable and safe environment that promotes positive behaviour and independence.
  • Assisting with care planning, safeguarding responsibilities, and record-keeping in line with regulatory standards.
  • Acting as a mentor and role model, promoting trust, respect, and positive relationships.
  • Collaborating with professionals, families, and external agencies to support each child’s journey.

What We’re Looking For:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or Health and Social Care – essential.
  • Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a residential setting supporting children or young people.
  • A caring, confident, and resilient individual with a genuine passion for helping others.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection policies.
  • Flexibility to work on a rota including sleep-ins, evenings, and weekends.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and additional sleep-in payments
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Supportive working environment with a team that values your voice
  • Opportunities to progress into Deputy or Registered Manager roles
  • Company pension and employee wellbeing support

Help children feel safe, valued, and supported – every single day.

Apply now and become part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Let me know if you'd like a version tailored to a solo placement home, EBD home, or female-only setting.