Children's Senior support worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? Join The Beech House Home, an Ofsted-rated GOOD residential home for children aged 10–18 with emotional and behavioural challenges. We’re looking for a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to help shape brighter futures. 

This is a full time 40 hour per week role. 

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
• Support and implement care plans and behaviour strategies
• Lead and participate in activities and outings
• Promote emotional wellbeing and independence
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding logs
• Be a positive role model and team leader

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a senior shift leader or similar role
• Strong understanding of care planning and supporting daily needs of young people
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Compassion, flexibility, and a genuine desire to support young people (essential) 
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• You must hold the right to work in the UK, we cannot support applicants seeking sponsorship. (essential) 

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Child Workforce or Health & Social Care or equivalent 
• 1+ year in residential care or supervisory roles

Shift Patterns

• Early: 7:30am–3pm
• Late: 2pm–11pm
• Long Day: 7:30am–11pm
• Sleep-In (emergency only, not a regular requirement): 11pm–7.30 am (paid additionally to the stated salary at £50/night)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + £250 Christmas bonus
• Mental health & wellbeing support (EAP)
• Discounts via Bright Exchange & Blue Light Card
• 28 days annual leave yearly increasing by 2 days every 2 years
• Casual dress, free parking
• £200 referral bonus
• Pension & care packages

Safeguarding Commitment

Cameron & Cooper Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Ready to Apply?

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