Full job description Senior Residential Support Worker
Location: Stoke-on-Trent (ST9)
Pay Rate: £14.20 - £15.21 per hour + £45 Sleep-In Rate
Job Type: Temp-to-Perm
Shift Pattern: 2 on, 4 off rolling rota including sleep-ins (10am start)
Are you an experienced Children’s Residential Care professional looking for your next opportunity?
We are recruiting for Senior Residential Support Workers to join a therapeutic children’s home in the Stoke-on-Trent area, supporting young people aged 8-18 with emotional and behavioural needs.
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will lead shifts, support colleagues, promote positive outcomes and help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive and reach their full potential.
The Role
*Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home
*Support and mentor Residential Support Workers
*Build positive relationships with children and young people
*Promote independence, wellbeing and positive behaviours
*Complete care plans, reports and safeguarding documentation
*Work closely with social workers, families and other professionals
*Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and Ofsted standards
Requirements
*Minimum 2 years’ experience within Children’s Residential Care
*Full UK Driving Licence
*Experience leading shifts or supporting staff teams
*Strong safeguarding and behaviour management skills
*Experience supporting young people with EBD, SEMH or complex needs
*Ability to work a 2 on, 4 off rota including sleep-ins
What’s On Offer?
*Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects
*£14.20 - £15.21 per hour
*£45 per sleep-in
*Overtime available
*Fully funded Level 4 & Level 5 qualifications
*Ongoing training and professional development
*Clear progression opportunities
*Supportive management team and therapeutic environment
If you’re passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now for immediate consideration.