Senior Residential Support Worker

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of children and young people living in residential care.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Our service supports young people with emotional, behavioural and complex needs, providing a safe, nurturing and structured environment where they can develop, achieve and feel valued.
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:
Lead, support and mentor a team of Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality, child-centred care

Act as a positive role model and maintain professional boundaries at all times

Support young people with daily routines, education, emotional regulation and life skills

Help young people understand and exercise their rights, choices and independence

Work in line with care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures

Liaise with external professionals including social workers, schools and health services

Contribute to shift planning, handovers, record-keeping and incident reporting

The successful candidate must have:
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare

Proven experience working with children or young people who display challenging and complex behaviours

A strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and trauma-informed care

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The ability to work flexibly, including sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays

In return, we offer:
Excellent rates of pay

Flexible working hours

Paid annual leave

Ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities

Supportive management and a positive team culture

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.
SCR Social Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. xwzovoh All appointments are subject to enhanced pre-employment checks, including identity verification and satisfactory references.