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Senior Youth Worker
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 36,000 - 36,100 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: NN5, Dallington, West Northamptonshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Northampton
Salary: £28,080 per annum + £50 per sleep-in (8–10 sleep-ins per month)
Shift Pattern: 24-hour shifts – 1 day on, 2 days off
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team in a residential children’s home in Northampton. This is a rewarding opportunity to help children and young people aged 8–17 who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect to rebuild their lives in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment.
Working on a structured 24-hour shift pattern (1 day on, 2 days off), you will also be required to complete 8–10 sleep-ins per month, paid at £50 each.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people in line with their individual care plans.
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Take on shift-leading responsibilities, ensuring routines, activities, and care standards are maintained.
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Act as a positive role model and promote the physical, emotional, and social development of the young people.
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Manage challenging behaviour in a consistent, therapeutic, and trauma-informed way.
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Support education, health, and social development goals, attending meetings and liaising with external professionals as required.
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Supervise and support junior staff, helping to maintain a consistent, high-quality care environment.
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Ensure accurate record-keeping, including daily logs, incident reports, safeguarding documentation, and care planning.
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Promote safeguarding and protect the rights and welfare of all children in your care.
About You:
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare or similar setting.
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Hold or be working towards a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).
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Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage and support a team during shifts.
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Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed care practices.
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Able to work 24-hour shifts and regular sleep-ins.
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Committed to providing a safe, consistent, and therapeutic environment for vulnerable children.
What We Offer:
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£28,080 annual salary
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£50 per sleep-in (8–10 per month)
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Regular, consistent 24-hour shift pattern: 1 day on, 2 days off
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Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development
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Supportive management and a strong team culture
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Opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives
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