Senior Support Worker

Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join an established provider that truly prioritises staff well-being, work-life balance, and career progression. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a solo residential EBD home, providing personalised, trauma-informed care to a young person in need of stability and support.

As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and mentoring other team members. Working within a therapeutic solo setting, you will support a child or young person with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), helping them develop life skills and achieve positive outcomes.

• Direct Support & Care:

  • Provide 1:1 support to a young person with EBD and trauma-related needs.
  • Implement individual care plans and behaviour strategies.
  • Create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

• Mentoring & Teamwork:

  • Act as a role model and support less experienced staff members.
  • Work closely with the Registered Manager and therapeutic team to ensure the best care approaches.

• Safeguarding & Compliance:

  • Maintain Ofsted standards and ensure safeguarding procedures are strictly followed.
  • Keep up-to-date records and contribute to ongoing care reviews.

• Personal Development & Career Growth:

  • Genuine opportunity to progress into Deputy Manager and Registered Manager roles.
  • Access to ongoing training, qualifications, and leadership development.

• Experience working in a residential childcare or EBD setting.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).
• Passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

✅ Work-Life Balance: 2 on / 4 off shift pattern for more personal time and well-being.
✅ Extra Earnings: £60 per sleep-in.
✅ Career Progression: Clear pathways to Deputy Manager and beyond.
✅ Supportive Employer: A company that genuinely prioritises staff well-being.
✅ Specialist Solo Home: Work in a focused, therapeutic setting with a child who needs consistent support and care.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV or contact us at (phone number removed) for more details.