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Senior Children's Support Worker

£37.43k per annum
Full-time

Role: Senior Support Worker
Location: Nelson, Burnley
Shift Pattern: 2 on 4 off
Setting: Children's Residential Home, Solo Placement for Emotional Behavioural Difficulties
Salary: £34,084.00-£37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps (depending on qualification)

If you're a caring, resilient support worker looking for a new challenge, this could be the role that takes your career forward.

Our Client is a children-centred residential care provider for young people, and they're hiring a Senior Support Worker to join a highly valued team within a solo placement home supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

What you'll be doing as a Senior Support Worker:
  • Lead and support day-to-day care in a solo placement setting, helping children and young people feel safe, listened to and valued
  • Work with emotional and behavioural needs using a therapeutic, person-centred approach
  • Support positive outcomes through consistent care, boundaries, and encouragement
  • Help maintain high standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practice
  • Take a proactive role in day-to-day routines, communication, and teamwork within the home

What you'll bring:
  • Experience of at least 12 months in a children's residential care home
  • A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
  • A full UK driving licence (as you may be required to drive as part of the role)
  • Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice
  • Values aligned to nurturing, supportive care that puts the child first

Additional information:
  • Salary: £34,084.00-£37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps (depending on qualification)
  • Shift pattern: 2 days on, 4 days off
  • Paid induction training
  • Progression routes, including the opportunity to complete Level 4/5 Residential Childcare qualifications
  • Company app with high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling
  • Birthday day off (in addition to annual leave)
  • Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions (sponsorship isn't available)

Ready for a role where your care truly makes a difference?

Click apply and one of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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