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Senior Support Worker - Children’s Residential Home
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 13.6 - 14.5 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £13.60 – £14.50 per hour (dependent on experience & qualifications)
Sleep-in shifts included | Potential annual earnings: £33,088 – £34,960
Contract: Full-time | Rotational shifts (inc. evenings/weekends)
Are you an experienced residential childcare professional ready to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a nurturing and dynamic team at a well-established children’s residential service. You will play a vital role in supporting young people aged between 8 and 17, providing therapeutic care, stability, and structure to help them thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Leading and supervising shifts to ensure a safe, structured, and engaging environment for the children
* Supporting the Registered and Deputy Manager in the daily operations of the home
* Mentoring, coaching, and supervising junior staff
* Contributing to care planning and key-working responsibilities
* Ensuring care and safeguarding standards are consistently upheld
* Acting as a positive role model to promote independence and resilience in young people
* Liaising with professionals, families, and external agencies
What We’re Looking For:
Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent – essential)
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting
Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development & relevant legislation
A calm, compassionate, and resilient nature
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins
What’s in it for You:
- Competitive pay + sleep-in rates
- Clear progression pathway and leadership support
- Full training and ongoing development
- Supportive, child-focused working environment
- Opportunity to make a real difference in young lives
This is more than just a job it’s a chance to shape brighter futures. If you’re ready to lead by example and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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