Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Gravesend

Salary:

32,000 - 34,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Shifts:

Includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins (paid additionally)

About Us

We are a well-established and child-focused residential care provider committed to delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care for children and young people aged 8-17. Our children's home in Gravesend provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment to help young people recover, develop life skills, and move towards brighter futures.

The Role

As a

Senior Support Worker

, you will play a key leadership role within the home, working closely with the Home Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the service. You will be a role model to junior staff and will take the lead in delivering outstanding care that meets the emotional, physical, and social needs of our young people.

Key Responsibilities

Lead shifts and support the team to ensure consistent, high-quality care. Build strong, trusting relationships with children, promoting their safety, well-being, and development. Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and safeguarding practices. Support and mentor junior staff, promoting a positive and supportive team culture. Engage in key work sessions, activity planning, and daily routines. Support the management team with audits, reports, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years' experience working in a residential childcare setting. NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People's Workforce (or equivalent) - essential. Commitment to undertaking Level 5 Diploma in Leadership (if not already held). Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and child development. Resilient, compassionate, and able to work effectively as part of a team. Full UK driving licence - desirable.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of 32,000 - 34,000 (dependent on experience/qualifications) Additional payments for sleep-in shifts Opportunities for training, development, and career progression Supportive management team and positive working environment Pension scheme and employee wellbeing initiatives
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,000.00-34,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Loyalty bonus Performance bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift Day shift
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare (required) DBS on the registered update service (required)
Work Location: In person