Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgscare; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services organization is looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to provide care and support to children and young people in a trauma-informed manner. This permanent role requires a Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare and a commitment to making a positive impact. The ideal candidate has a compassionate, team-oriented approach and a passion for engaging in meaningful activities.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Qualification opportunities

Company pension

Free parking

Supportive ethos and culture

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a related role preferred.
• Passion for making a positive impact on children's lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to children and young people.
• Engage in meaningful activities that support their growth.
• Document care and interactions appropriately.

Skills

Empathetic approach

Teamworking

Understanding of childcare

Ability to follow direction and instruction

Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Engagement in positive, meaningful activities

Ability to complete paperwork and documentation

IT literacy or willingness to learn

Innovative approach

Ability to use initiative

Willingness to undertake training required for the role

Physically fit and able

Ability to understand and manage challenging behaviour

Ability to work in a trauma‑informed manner

Education

Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Level 3/5 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour (DOE)
Working Hour: No less than 37 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour (DOE)
Number of Sleeps Required: As required
Pay Per Sleep: £58.40
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: Children and Young People (EBD, Trauma, Neglect)
Qualifications Required: Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (preferred)
Experience in Years Required: 1 year (preferred)
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home:

• Number of Beds: 2
• Location: Middlesbrough
• Type of Young People Supported: EBD, Trauma, Neglect
• Ofsted Rating: Good
• Ratio of Staff to Children: Not specified

Who we are looking for…

We are seeking passionate, caring, and dynamic individuals who are committed to making a positive impact and creating meaningful, long‑lasting differences in the lives of children and young people.

Required Skills:

• Empathetic approach
• Teamworking
• Understanding of childcare
• Ability to follow direction and instruction
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Engagement in positive, meaningful activities
• Ability to complete paperwork and documentation
• IT literacy or willingness to learn
• Innovative approach
• Ability to use initiative
• Willingness to undertake training required for the role
• Physically fit and able (due to the nature of the role)
• Ability to understand and manage challenging behaviour
• Ability to work in a trauma‑informed manner

Desirable but not essential skills:

• Level 3/5 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification
• Full driving licence
• Experience working within residential childcare or with children and young people in Ofsted‑regulated environments
• Understanding of legislation surrounding residential childcare

Why this Home & Company…

• Progression opportunities
• Qualification opportunities
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Supportive ethos and culture

Benefits:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

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