Job Description

About us

Nurture Bridge is a values-led residential childcare provider based in Berkshire, offering therapeutic homes for children and young people aged 7-17 with emotional and behavioural needs. Our mission is to provide safe, structured, and nurturing environments where young people can heal, grow, and thrive.

We are now recruiting a

Senior Residential Support Worker

to join our team at Woodview House--a newly established home in Wexham. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in residential childcare who is ready to take the next step in their career and lead by example.

About You

You'll be a confident, compassionate, and resilient practitioner with a strong understanding of trauma-informed care. You'll also be a natural leader--capable of guiding a team, making sound decisions under pressure, and ensuring that every shift runs smoothly and safely.

Essential Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification)

Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting

Aged 21 or over (per children's home regulations)

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:

Lead and support the team during shifts, ensuring consistent, high-quality care Oversee the implementation of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies Supervise and mentor staff, providing guidance and feedback Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times Support the Registered Manager with rota planning, incident reporting, and audits Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people Promote education, independence, and emotional resilience Respond calmly and effectively to challenging behaviour Act as a role model for both staff and young people

Work Schedule & Wellbeing

We understand the demands of this role and are committed to staff wellbeing. Shifts are thoughtfully structured to prevent burnout and promote balance:

Minimum 30 hours per week

, with opportunities for additional hours

Split shifts

across the day to support energy and focus

Sleep-in duties

paid at 60 per night

Why Join Nurture Bridge?

Competitive pay

: 16.00/hour + 60 per sleep-in

Career progression

: Clear pathways into management roles

Ongoing training

: Specialist courses and opportunities to become a 'champion' in areas like safeguarding, SEN, or therapeutic care

Supportive culture

: Regular 1:1s, reflective practice, and team-building events

Team spirit

: Coffee mornings, BBQs, and staff socials

Wellbeing focus

: We prioritise your emotional and physical health

Additional Information

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and rigorous safer recruitment procedures All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of a probationary period and all safer recruitment checks returning clear Disqualification from Caring for Children (England) Regulations 2002 applies You must have the right to work in the UK

Still Interested?

If you're ready to lead with compassion, inspire others, and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal chat about the role, feel free to get in touch.

Benefits:

Casual dress

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Company events and socials

Experience:

Residential Childcare: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

Full UK Driving Licence (required)

NVQ Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent (required)

Work Location:

In person - Slough (Woodview House)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Senior RSW - Nurture Bridge