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Senior Children's Support Worker

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 13.5 - 15 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Pay: £13.00 – £15.00 per hour, depending on experience
Shifts: Days & Nights Available
Start: ASAP
Consistency, care and calm support where it matters most.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join a residential service supporting children and young people in Worksop, Nottinghamshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in children’s residential care who understands the importance of consistency, structure, positive boundaries and creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will provide practical and emotional support to young people while helping maintain high standards across the service.
Your responsibilities will include:
  * Supporting children and young people with daily routines and activities
  * Building positive, consistent and professional relationships
  * Promoting independence, confidence and essential life skills
  * Supporting education, appointments, activities and wellbeing
  * Acting as a positive role model for young people
  * Supporting and guiding colleagues during shifts
  * Managing challenging situations calmly and professionally
  * Maintaining accurate records, reports and handovers
  * Following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
  * Helping maintain a safe, structured and nurturing home environment
Essential Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must have:
  * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Children & Young People’s Workforce, or a relevant equivalent qualification
  * Previous experience within a children’s home, supported accommodation or similar children’s residential setting
  * Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
  * Experience supporting vulnerable children and young people
  * Confidence managing challenging behaviour and complex situations
  * Good communication, leadership and record keeping skills
  * Flexibility to work day and night shifts
What’s On Offer
  * £13.00 – £15.00 per hour, depending on experience
  * Immediate start available
  * Day and night shifts
  * Ongoing, consistent work
  * Opportunity to develop within children’s residential care
  * A rewarding role supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes
If you are an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker with your Level 3 qualification and are looking for your next opportunity in Worksop, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today for an initial confidential conversation

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