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Senior Support Worker Lead and Inspire in Barnstaple, Devon

Are you an experienced support worker ready to take on a leadership role and make a meaningful difference? A reputable provider of youth care is seeking a committed Senior Support Worker to join their dedicated team in Barnstaple, Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while earning a competitive salary and additional pay through sleep-in shifts.

Location: Barnstaple, Devon
Salary: Up to £39,250 per annum + Sleep-in Payments ( £6,240 annually)

What you'll receive:

• Competitive Salary: Up to £39,250 per annum
• Additional Earnings: Approximately £6,240 per year for sleep-in shifts (£62.50 on weekdays, £89.25 on weekends and bank holidays)
• Career Progression: Opportunities for professional development within a nurturing environment
• Impact: Play a vital role in transforming young people's lives
• Supportive Team & Training: Comprehensive training and a collaborative workplace culture

About the organisation:
This organisation is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing space where young individuals can grow and thrive. Committed to delivering high-quality care, fostering independence, and supporting positive outcomes for young people, they provide a supportive environment for both staff and clients.

The role:
As a Senior Support Worker in Barnstaple, you will lead shifts, develop and oversee care plans, mentor junior staff, and ensure the safety and well-being of young people. Your leadership will be essential in creating a positive, stable environment and guiding your team to provide exceptional support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and organise daily shifts, maintaining high standards of care
• Implement and monitor individual care and support plans
• Mentor and support support staff, promoting team development
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people
• Liaise with professionals, families, and external agencies
• Manage behaviour effectively and promote positive behaviour strategies
• Support healthcare routines and handle administrative duties
• Participate in on-call and sleep-in duty rotations to ensure continuous support

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in support work, with some leadership responsibilities
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and excellent communication skills
• Ability to motivate and lead a team effectively
• Proactive, organised, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, bank holidays, on-call, and sleep-ins

Ready for your next challenge? If you are a motivated senior support worker seeking a rewarding role with excellent earning potential in Barnstaple, Devon, this is your chance! Apply now to join a forward-thinking organisation making a real difference.

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Children's Services Senior Support Worker
Stoke on Trent, ST3
£14-£16.30 per hour DOE

My client is a well-known, national Children's Residential Care Company. Renowned in the sector. Offering a range of services which include modern residential care for children, young people and adults and operate a significant range of supported living schemes that include individual flats, houses and grouped accommodation arrangements. My client believes that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children should be part of a community.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to join the Children's Home in Stoke on Trent, which has been rated as GOOD with Ofsted and works extremely well with external agencies including local authorities.

In return for hard work and commitment you can expect, in addition to competitive pay and conditions and a range of benefits, to have a high-quality induction and ongoing training and development.

As the a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker in the Stoke on Trent home, you will be responsible for deputising in the Deputy Managers' absence and supporting the Support Workers.

The Team Leader will be:

• Leading and supervising a team of care staff in children's residential home.
• Providing guidance, support, and mentorship to staff.
• Ensuring the team adheres to policies, procedures, and safeguarding regulations.
• Conducting staff meetings, appraisals, and performance reviews.
• Supporting with staff rotas and shift planning
• Ensuring the wellbeing, safety and welfare of the young people in the home.
• Responding appropriately to any incidents, safeguarding concerns or disclosures.
• Providing emotional and practical support to children, ensuring their needs are met.
• Creating and maintaining care plans tailored to individual children's needs.
• Encouraging children's independence, life skills, and positive behaviours.
• Supporting with education, activities, and social engagement.
• Addressing and managing challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques.
• Maintaining accurate records of children's care plans, daily logs, and incidents.
• Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Home Standards.
• Completing risk assessments and following health and safety protocols.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with legislation and organizational policies.
• Participating in inspections and audits, providing evidence of good practice.
• Working alongside social workers, therapists, teachers, and healthcare professionals.
• Attending and contributing to multi-disciplinary meetings.

• NVQ Level 3/4 Residential Childcare, CYPW, Children & Young People or Health and Social Care
• Experience working within a Children's setting, at least 2 years.
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Safeguarding training and knowledge of child protection procedures.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience when working with vulnerable children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle challenging behaviours effectively.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.

• Employee Assistance Service including free & confidential advice on a range of issues including medical, financial, housing, legal and tax
• Pension contributions
• Professional training, development, and career pathways
• Wellbeing Programme
• Recommend a Friend scheme
• Long Service Awards

Join this gorgeous Good rated EBD Children s home (Farmhouse) as a Senior / Team Leader

• Job Title: Senior Children s Residential Support Worker
• Home Type: Good 2 Bedded EBD home therapeutic PACE approach
• Location: Tewkesbury, GL20
• Overall package: £36,739.20 - £38,419.20 p.a (based on 6-8 sleeps per month)
• Hours: Full time, 40 hours p/w (+ sleeps required)
• Shift pattern: 11am starts on long days! Mixture of long days, sleep-ins and early shifts.
• Private Healthcare
• 33 days Annual Leave & 5 days company sick pay

Who will you be working for?

This fantastic organisation is a growing provider of Residential Childcare with, at present, four children s homes in Tewkesbury and Kidderminster. They are a therapeutic PACE provider with a senior management team that boasts over 30 years of experience in the sector and has experience achieving Outstanding in all areas Ofsted results. They have been running since 2020 and have since received at least Good ratings across all homes that have been inspected.

This position is for their Good 2 Bedded EBD home in Tewkesbury that supports two children aged 6-17. The property itself is very spacious and holds a rich history with beautiful gardens and a stable on the grounds! They place a keen focus on the matching process for their young people, and as a result foster great dynamics within their homes. Their homes are all large and rural with en-suites, dedicated staff bedrooms (no more pull-out sofa in the office!), and offer an incredible £70 per sleep-in.

The Package & Benefits:

• Basic pay: Up to £15.24 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus £70 per sleep-in
• Estimated package: Earn up to £38,419.20 per annum, based on 8 sleep-ins per month
• Private Healthcare: via AXA access 24/7 GP appointments, bypass the NHS waiting lists with quick specialist referrals, mental health support, physiotherapy and more!
• Rotas: 11am start times on long-day-sleep-ins and only work 2 weekends per month! Depending on if you like sleep-ins, there is an opportunity to complete a sleep-in on every shift within their 2 Bed home, or less within their 3 Bedded home, also in Tewkesbury.
• Holiday: Receive an incredible 33 days of paid annual leave per annum
• Paid Sick Leave: Access 5 days of paid sick leave per annum
• Training & Qualifications: Opportunity to complete a fully funded & accredited Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare qualification, therapeutic PACE training with a clinical psychologist, and more!
• Progression Opportunities: Real pathway for progression their current Operations Manager progressed after achieving an Outstanding rating as a Registered Manager within the company and a number of their current Senior RSWs have been promoted internally.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access Health Assured s 24/7 support with health, wellbeing, financial or legal issues, and includes access to many types of therapy including CBT, DBT, ACT, CFT, and EMDR.

What Will The Role Entail?

As a Senior Children s Residential Support Worker, you will be the backbone of the staff team whilst on shift. You will pull from your experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home and second-to-none delivery of care for young people.

The Successful Senior Children s Residential Support Worker Candidate Will Excel At:

• Communicating effectively with young people, your colleagues, families, and external professionals. Shift-leading, problem-solving, and being calm under pressure is vital for a Senior.
• Key-working with young people, considering their thoughts, wishes, and feelings, promoting life skills and independence, encouraging them to engage in education, activities, and hobbies. Most importantly, readying them for adult life when they leave care.
• Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, and risk assessments, to name a few.
• Following Ofsted s regulations related to Quality Standards and understanding safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Understanding the operations of the home regarding Health and Safety, medication administration, cleanliness and finances.

Requirements for the Senior Children s Residential Support Worker role:

• 2+ years experience working specifically within a children s home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• Flexibility to carry out the shift pattern described at the top of the advert, including sleep-ins
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people

If you are keen to discuss the Senior Children s Residential Support Worker vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out!

Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.

Job Description:

Senior Residential Support Practitioner Children's Services

£14.50 - £15.00 per hour (DOE) + £50 per sleep-in

About Us:

360 Children's Residential Services delivers trauma-informed care for children and young people and is proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times Best Small Company to Work For 2026.

We're excited to be opening Willowhaven, our brand-new children's home in Middleton St George, a peaceful village location close to Darlington. Willowhaven will provide a safe, nurturing environment for up to two young people aged 4 17, enabling highly personalised care and support tailored to each child's individual needs. In this small, family-style home, young people will have the opportunity to build confidence, develop independence, and create positive futures.

Be part of something new from the very beginning. We're recruiting now for our anticipated September 2026 opening, giving you the opportunity to help shape the culture, team, and future success of Willowhaven.

The Role:

We're looking for an experienced Senior Residential Support Practitioner to help shape and grow our new home.

You'll lead shifts, support and develop colleagues, and deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care that helps young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you'll be a positive role model, contribute to team development, and support the supervision and progression of Residential Support Practitioners where delegated.

This role includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins as part of a flexible shift pattern.

What We Offer:

• £50 sleep-in payment
• Enhanced rates for overtime, bank holidays, and festival periods
• Free on-site parking
• Blue Light Card
• Wellness Allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Birthday off every year
• Referral bonus scheme
• Additional annual leave with service
• Supportive leadership team
• Career progression opportunities

What We're Looking For:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children and young people in a residential setting
• Level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience leading shifts or supporting colleagues within a residential care environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding:

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, full employment history and references.

In our safe havens, young people embrace their tomorrow with confidence.

Work Location: In person

Job Description:

Senior Residential Support Practitioner Children's Services

£14.50 - £15.00 per hour (DOE) + £50 per sleep-in

About Us:

360 Children's Residential Services delivers trauma-informed care for children and young people and is proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times Best Small Company to Work For 2026.

We are a growing, forward-thinking children s residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a brand-new multi-home provision in Durham. Our mission is powerful and clear: to help children aged 7 17 rebuild trust, confidence, and hope.

We work with young people who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma. We don t define them by their past we support them to step into their potential. Using trauma-informed, PACE-based practice, we create warm, stable homes where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow. This is meaningful work. This is change you can see happen.

The Role:

We're looking for an experienced Senior Residential Support Practitioner to help shape and grow our home.

You'll lead shifts, support and develop colleagues, and deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care that helps young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you'll be a positive role model, contribute to team development, and support the supervision and progression of Residential Support Practitioners where delegated.

This role includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins as part of a flexible shift pattern.

What We Offer:

• £50 sleep-in payment
• Enhanced rates for overtime, bank holidays, and festival periods
• Free on-site parking
• Blue Light Card
• Wellness Allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Birthday off every year
• Referral bonus scheme
• Additional annual leave with service
• Supportive leadership team
• Career progression opportunities

What We're Looking For:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with children and young people in a residential setting
• Level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience leading shifts or supporting colleagues within a residential care environment
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding:

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, full employment history and references.

In our safe havens, young people embrace their tomorrow with confidence.

Senior Residential Support Worker Children's Residential Home

Location: Broughton in Milton Keynes. MK10
Salary: £15 PH + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Make a Positive Difference Every Day

Our client is a respected provider of children's residential care, committed to delivering safe, nurturing and therapeutic environments where children and young people can feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

They are seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Support Worker looking to progress into a senior role, or an existing Senior Residential Support Worker seeking a new challenge within a supportive organisation.

The Role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you'll play a key role in supporting the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the home while leading shifts and providing guidance to the wider care team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading shifts to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, child-centred care.
• Acting as a role model and providing day-to-day support, coaching and guidance to Residential Support Workers.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Supporting the implementation of care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support plans.
• Promoting positive behaviour through nurturing, therapeutic and relationship-based approaches.
• Ensuring accurate and timely record keeping in line with regulatory requirements.
• Supporting children to access education, healthcare, family contact and community activities.
• Working collaboratively with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals and other partner agencies.
• Maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child.
• Contributing to a positive, welcoming and homely environment where children can thrive.

About You

To be considered, you'll have:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve within required timescales).
• At least 2 years' experience working within a children's residential setting.
• Experience leading shifts or supervising staff.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding legislation and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• Experience maintaining care plans, risk assessments and accurate records.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• A compassionate, resilient and child-focused approach.
• A full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Residential Childcare or Leadership & Management.
• Experience working within an Ofsted-regulated children's home.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and therapeutic care.
• Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues.

What's on Offer?

• £15 Per Hour
• Excellent training and ongoing professional development.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Supportive management team and positive working environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.
• A rewarding career within a growing organisation committed to delivering outstanding care.

Safeguarding

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks in line with current legislation.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting children to achieve positive outcomes and are ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential discussion and discover how you can make a real difference every day.

About the Role

We are recruiting for a therapeutic children's residential home in Edgware seeking an experienced and passionate Residential Therapeutic Practitioner to join their therapeutic SEMH provision. You will provide direct emotional and therapeutic support to vulnerable young people who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences, working as part of a dedicated team to create a secure, nurturing and inclusive home environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapeutic and relational support to young people, addressing their developmental and emotional needs

• Contribute to the development and implementation of care plans, promoting positive outcomes and progress toward educational and personal goals

• Maintain high-quality records, daily notes, incident reports and risk assessments

• Champion safeguarding and manage challenging behaviours effectively and therapeutically

• Support young people with daily living skills, education, health appointments and community access

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, the clinical team, social workers and other professionals

• Act as a positive role model and contribute to a stable, consistent home environment

Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

• Full UK driving licence (clean) this is mandatory

• Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential homes

• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (NVQ/QCF or equivalent) required

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and/or complex trauma

• Ability and willingness to work the 2-on / 4-off pattern including sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays

• Right to work in the UK

• Ability to reliably commute to / relocate for Edgware

Desirable

• Key worker experience

• Therapeutic, trauma-informed or behaviour-support training

• Previous experience in a therapeutic children's home

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate with additional sleep-in payments

• Company pension

• On-site parking

• Professional development and career progression opportunities

• Supportive team environment focused on making a lasting difference for young people

Important Information for Applicants

• Full UK driving licence is non-negotiable. Please do not apply if you do not hold one.

• Candidates must be able to work the stated shift pattern including sleep-ins.

• Please ensure your CV clearly shows children's residential experience, relevant qualifications and driving licence status.

Senior Residential Support Worker Team Leader

EBD Solo Children's Home

Salary

• 17.07 - 17.50 per hour
• 60 per sleep-in

Hours

• 40 hours per week
• 240 hours annual leave

Shift Pattern

• 07:30 - 14:30
• 14:00 - 22:00
• 07:30 - 22:00 (Long Day)
• Average of 1 weekend off in every 3

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader to join our EBD Solo Children's Home.

Working alongside the management team, you will lead shifts, support and mentor colleagues, maintain high standards of care and compliance, and ensure children receive safe, therapeutic and consistent support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and provide day-to-day operational leadership.
• Support, mentor and develop Residential Support Workers.
• Promote therapeutic, child-centred care.
• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance is maintained.
• Complete and review care plans, risk assessments and reports.
• Liaise with professionals, families and local authorities.
• Deputise for management when required.

Requirements

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (Essential).
• Minimum 3 years' experience within Children's Residential Care.
• At least 1 year's experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker or Team Leader.
• Good knowledge of Ofsted Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding legislation.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Senior Support Worker Team Leader Greenford, Ealing Up to £16ph

Location: Greenford, Ealing, London
Salary: Up to £16.50 per hour
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Care Career?

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs? Are you ready to step into a leadership role where you can mentor others while continuing to make a genuine difference every day?

We're recruiting a Senior Support Worker Team Leader to join a dedicated team supporting young people in an Ofsted registered children's home in Ealing.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation that invests in its people, promotes internal progression, and is passionate about helping young people build brighter futures through safe, structured and nurturing care. The provider provides semi-independent accommodation and children's services focused on helping young people develop confidence, stability and the skills needed for independent living. The organisation is committed to staff development, high-quality support and creating positive outcomes for every young person.

The Role

As a Senior Support Worker Team Leader, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts, supporting colleagues and ensuring young people receive the highest standard of care.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading shifts and supporting the daily operation of the home.
• Acting as a positive role model and providing guidance to Support Workers.
• Supporting young people with their emotional wellbeing, education and independence.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Completing accurate records, reports and risk assessments.
• Contributing to care planning and key working responsibilities.
• Promoting safeguarding and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.
• Liaising professionally with social workers, local authorities, education providers and other professionals.
• Deputising for the Registered Manager when required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about changing lives and confident leading by example.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience working within a children's residential home or supported accommodation setting.
• Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Previous experience as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or an experienced Residential Support Worker ready to progress.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and children's legislation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to remain calm, resilient and solution focused.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards it) is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is desirable.

What You'll Receive

• Up to £16.50 per hour.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Regular supervision and support from an experienced management team.
• Pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• A supportive team culture where your ideas and development are valued.

Why Join Us?

This isn't just another care role. It's an opportunity to become part of a team that believes every young person deserves consistency, encouragement and the chance to succeed.

If you're looking for a role where your leadership can have a lasting impact on young people's lives while developing your own career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation.

Senior Residential Children's Worker
Denton, Manchester
Up to 32,500 (including sleep-ins)

Shire is working in partnership with a well-established provider of children's residential services to recruit a Senior Residential Children's Worker for a children's home in the Denton area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Childcare Worker looking to take the next step in their career. Previous senior experience is not essential, as our client offers excellent support, training and development opportunities within a nurturing and rewarding environment.

You will be part of a dedicated team supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.

The Role

• Permanent position
• 38 hours per week
• Sleep-ins required
• Opportunity to progress into leadership and management roles
• Enrolment onto Level 5 qualification

As a Senior Residential Children's Worker, you will:

• Lead shifts and take responsibility for the welfare of children and staff during your shift.
• Support children and young people using a person-centred approach.
• Safeguard children and report any concerns in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Ensure staff are kept informed of updates to policies, procedures and best practice.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervisions and training.
• Raise any staffing or operational concerns with the Registered Manager.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Be willing to provide support across other homes within the organisation when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children and young people within a residential childcare setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• A passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Benefits

• Clear progression opportunities
• Enrolment onto Level 5 qualification
• Additional annual leave entitlement
• Paid birthday leave
• Free on-site parking
• Health and wellbeing scheme
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

If you're ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career, apply today for a confidential conversation with our Residential Specialist, Kieran.

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