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Date Added: Thu 24/07/2025

Children's Senior Support Worker/ Team Leader

Hackney, E9, UK
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Company: NURSING MEDICAL RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £14.50 - £16/annum

Are you passionate about making a difference in a child's life?
Do you have the resilience, compassion, and commitment to support children and young people to thrive, even through challenging circumstances?

We're looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team at our Ofsted-regulated children's home. You'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for children and young people who may have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect.

About the Role:

* Provide day-to-day emotional and practical support to children

* Help create a stable and caring home environment that promotes healing, growth, and independence.

* Support children with routines, schoolwork, activities, and personal development.

* Manage challenging behaviour with empathy, patience, and consistency.

* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including social workers, therapists, and education professionals.

* Keep accurate records and contribute to care plans and reports.

What We're Looking For:

* A genuine passion for working with children and young people.

* Experience in a care, support, or education setting (preferred but not essential).

* Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.

* Ability to work under pressure and handle emotionally challenging situations.

* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or Health and Social care for children.

* Full UK driving licence (preferred).

What We Offer:

* Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

* Support to complete professional qualifications.

* Competitive salary and additional allowances for sleep-in shifts.

* A supportive, inclusive, and rewarding working environment.

* The chance to make a lasting impact in a child's life.

Expected hours: 42 per week

Do not offer sponsorships
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