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Senior Residential Support Worker
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 32,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Derby, Derbyshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job description
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. This is a deeply rewarding opportunity in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
We’re seeking a resilient individual who can meet daily challenges head-on and help rebuild trust with young people who may have experienced significant trauma. If you’re committed to never giving up and continuously offering encouragement and support, we want to hear from you.
What We Offer:
* Highly competitive salary
* Fully funded training & recognised qualifications
* Comprehensive induction and onboarding programme
* Enhanced pay scales based on qualifications and experience
* Free meals on shift
* Great employee benefits package
* Life assurance
Your Role as Senior Support Worker:
Take a lead role in ensuring the care and well-being of each young person in your care.
Attend and coordinate meetings with schools, social workers, and local authorities.
Provide guidance and mentoring to support workers, including training in therapeutic approaches.
Contribute to the creation of reports (LAC, Placement Reviews, and Care Plans).
Raise safeguarding concerns promptly with the Registered Manager.
Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner.
Be a consistent and positive role model at all times.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop effective care strategies.
Administer and document medication in line with policies.
Conduct thorough risk assessments to ensure safety and wellbeing.
Build meaningful relationships with vulnerable young people aged 8–17 and support supervised family contact.
Deliver Keywork sessions and support positive behavioural change.
Liaise effectively with families, social workers, and healthcare professionals.
Always safeguard and promote the welfare of our young people.
About You:
* Passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
* Shift peading experience in a similar setting.
* Experienced in handling challenging behaviour with empathy and resilience.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills – able to offer guidance and support (training provided).
* Confident in using your initiative and solving problems.
* A reliable team player and a consistent role model for the young people.
* Able to manage pressure and prioritise tasks effectively.
* Willing and able to work flexibly across the week, including evenings and weekends (shifts between 7:30am – 10:30pm).
* Able to complete between 4–8 sleep-in shifts per month.
Ready to make a real impact?
Send us your CV today
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
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