Senior Residential Support Worker- Children & Young People

Virtual Bridges, Inc.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker in Tees Valley to support children aged 8-18 with emotional and behavioral challenges. This full-time role requires a valid driver's license and includes responsibilities like managing day-to-day operations and collaborating with families. The position offers competitive pay and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Enhanced annual leave

Fully funded Level 3/4 qualification

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-protection procedures.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure in emotional situations.
• You must be at least 23 years of age and hold a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager/Deputy with operations and staff deployment.
• Meet the needs of young people in line with care plans.
• Work collaboratively with families and external agencies.

Skills

Understanding of young people's developmental needs

Knowledge of social care services

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Senior Residential Support Worker – Children & Young People

Virtual Bridges is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to support children and young people aged 8‑18 with emotional and behavioural disorders, mental health and learning disabilities.

Location: Darlington, DL3 (England, United Kingdom)

Employment type: Full‑time – 40 hours per week

Shift pattern: 12‑hour shifts – Days and Waking Nights (8:00 am–8:00 pm and 8:00 pm–8:00 am)

Salary: £29,392 – £32,792 per annum

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of young people’s developmental needs and safeguarding/child‑protection procedures.
• Knowledge of social care services and experience working sensitively within a team.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure, handle emotional situations and remain flexible.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate yourself and others.
• You must be at least 23 years of age and hold a valid driving licence (manual, or automatic).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Registered Manager/Deputy with day‑to‑day operations and staff deployment.
• Meet the needs of young people in line with individual care plans, ensuring their safety and welfare at all times.
• Work collaboratively with families, social workers and external agencies.
• Ensure all practice meets legislative and safeguarding standards.
• Lead on staff inductions, supervisions and appraisals.
• Support in implementing, reviewing and updating care plans.
• Ensure administrative tasks are completed effectively and systems are maintained.

Why Join?

• A rewarding, meaningful career making a real difference.
• Supportive, nurturing working environment.
• Competitive pay and excellent training & development.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Salary sacrifice & enhanced maternity package.
• Enhanced annual leave.
• Fully funded Level 3/4 Health & Social Care qualification.
• Funding available toward a therapeutic childcare degree.