Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Leicester, LE3

Salary:

30,000 - 33,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern:

40 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins (additional allowance paid for sleep-ins)

About Us

We are a well-established, child-focused residential care provider committed to delivering high-quality, therapeutic care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Our Leicester-based home (LE3) provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

We are now looking to recruit an experienced

Senior Support Worker

to join our dedicated team and help shape the futures of the children in our care.

The Role

As a

Senior Support Worker

, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, supporting children aged 8-17 with complex needs. You will act as a role model and mentor to junior staff while ensuring the highest standard of care is maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct care and support to children in a nurturing and therapeutic environment. Support the Registered Manager and Team Leader in the operational running of the home. Lead shifts, supervise junior staff, and ensure accurate record-keeping. Implement individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies. Support children with education, daily routines, and emotional wellbeing. Promote positive relationships with children, their families, and external professionals. Participate in training, team meetings, and continuous professional development.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in young lives and is confident in leading by example.

Essential:

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 1 years' experience working with children in a residential setting. Strong leadership, communication, and team-working skills. Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory frameworks. Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

Experience in a Senior/Shift Leader role. Therapeutic or trauma-informed care training.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary: 30,000 - 33,000 (depending on experience) Sleep-in allowance Funded qualifications and continuous professional development Supportive management team and career progression opportunities Enhanced DBS paid for by the employer Employee assistance programme 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Make a real difference. Lead with compassion. Grow with us.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Loyalty bonus Performance bonus
Benefits:

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

Day shift
Experience:

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

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