* Start Date: ASAP
* Salary: £37,785 a year including sleeps
* Contract: Full time: 174 hours per month + sleep in duties: 23:00 – 07:00
Are you looking to work in a nurturing and supportive environment, providing care to children aged 8–18, where you can truly make a difference—without facing aggressive behaviours on a daily basis? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
Our client provides stable, long-term homes for children who are in care due to circumstances such as family breakdown, bereavement, or neglect. These homes offer a safe and consistent environment where children can thrive and develop within what is often referred to as their ‘forever home’.
While the home supports children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, it is important to note that staff are not regularly faced with aggressive behaviours or required to use therapeutic interventions to manage behaviours that challenge. This allows for a more consistent and nurturing approach to care.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Children's Support Worker with leadership experience wanting to work in a beautiful children’s residential home in Nottingham NG8. The home supports two children in a nurturing, low-risk environment focused on emotional wellbeing, routine, and personal growth. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who reside within the home
The client is a family-run national service provider that takes pride in promoting a healthy work-life balance for its staff, supported by brand-new, purpose-built facilities. With ambitious growth plans in the Nottingham area, the organisation offers excellent opportunities for career progression into management roles for those who are interested.
To be considered for this role you MUST have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role: As a Senior Residential Childcare worker, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the residential facilities and providing guidance and support to the residential care practitioners. You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Assistant Manager to ensure the well-being, safety, and development of the children in care. Your experience, expertise, and leadership will contribute to creating a positive and therapeutic environment for the children while promoting their holistic growth.
Key Responsibilities of our Senior Support Worker:
* Lead, mentor, and support residential care staff to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.
* Promote teamwork, creativity, and professional development within a nurturing environment.
* Support the development and implementation of person-centred care plans.
* Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards.
* Monitor and document children's progress, behaviours, and well-being.
* Collaborate with management and external professionals to coordinate care and training.
* Foster positive relationships and emotional well-being for children in the home.
* Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Qualifications & Experience for a Senior Support Worker:
* QCF Level 3 (essential); Level 4/5 (desirable).
* At least 2 years experience in residential childcare with proven leadership skills.
* Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding.
* Excellent communication and crisis management abilities.
* Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins .
* Full UK driving licence.
Skills & Attributes:
* Empathetic, patient, and resilient with the ability to engage children from diverse backgrounds.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with others.
If you would like to be considered for the role of Senior Support Worker within this clinet please apply today for a quick response from our Recruitment Manager.
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