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Senior Residential Support Worker ( Children's home)

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 36,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Bradford, UK
Setting: 3 Bed Children’s Residential Home (EBD)
Salary: £15.60 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off (including sleep-ins)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time available

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Residential Support Worker to join a small, supportive team within a 3-bed children’s home in Bradford. The home supports young people aged 15–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), presenting a range of complex behaviours.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing service that has been open since January 2024 and has already achieved a “Good” Ofsted rating. You will play a key role in leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently delivered.

Key Responsibilities

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    Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home

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    Deliver high-quality, child-centred care to young people

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    Act as a role model and provide guidance to junior staff

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    Support the development and implementation of care plans and risk assessments

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    Manage and respond to challenging behaviours in line with policies and procedures

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    Ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are maintained at all times

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    Build positive relationships with young people to support their emotional and social development

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    Work in partnership with external agencies, families, and professionals

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    Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation

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    Support young people in developing independence and life skills

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    Transport young people to school, appointments, and activities

Requirements

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    Previous experience in residential childcare, ideally within an EBD setting

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    Experience in a senior role or confident stepping up into a leadership position

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    Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and risk assessment

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    Ability to lead shifts and support a team effectively

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    Full UK driving licence (essential)

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    Resilient, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

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    Flexible to work shifts, including sleep-ins

What’s on Offer

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    £15.60 per hour

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    £50 per sleep-in

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    2 on / 4 off shift pattern (excellent work-life balance)

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    Full-time and part-time opportunities available

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    Ongoing training and development

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    Supportive management and team environment

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    Opportunity to be part of a growing and developing service

Apply Now

If you are an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Join a service where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people every day

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