Senior Support Worker: Children's Residential

Pay: £33,500.00-£38,000.00 per year

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Pay: £33,500.00-£38,000.00 per year

Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Home (Nottingham)

Salary: £33,500 - £38,000 per year | Full-time, Permanent

* Do you want to work for a high-quality care provider that invests in your training and career progression?

* Do you want above-average pay and excellent benefits?

* Do you like well-funded, well-staffed homes where you can truly make a difference?

If you answered YES, then this is the role for you!

About Our Client
Our client is a trusted provider of children's residential services, committed to creating safe, nurturing homes where children can thrive. Their homes are well-resourced, professionally staffed, and designed to provide stability and emotional support for children aged 8-18. They believe in empowering staff through training, development, and clear career progression opportunities.

About the Role
As a Senior Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in leading and mentoring a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of care for children in our Nottingham home. This is a low-risk, nurturing environment focused on emotional wellbeing, routine, and personal growth—not a setting where you face aggressive behaviours daily.

Key Responsibilities of Senior Support Worker:

* Lead, mentor, and support residential care staff to deliver child-centred care

* Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with safeguarding standards

* Support the development and implementation of individual care plans

* Foster positive relationships and emotional wellbeing for children

* Collaborate with management and external professionals to coordinate care

What We Offer to Senior Support Workers:

* Salary: £33,500 - £30,000 per year

* Regular working pattern for better work-life balance

* Comprehensive training and development

* Clear progression pathways into management roles

* Supportive leadership and well-resourced homes

What We're Looking For in a Senior Support Worker:

* QCF Level 3 (essential); Level 4/5 (desirable)

* Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare with leadership skills

* Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding

* Full UK driving licence

Location: Nottingham
Start Date: Dec 2025/Jan 2026

Apply Today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent