Senior Support Worker

CareTech PLC; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Torquay is seeking a Senior Support Worker to lead shifts and support young individuals in a residential setting. With a focus on flexible working and an opportunity for professional development, this role involves ensuring care plans are implemented and supporting staff. Candidates should hold a full UK driving license and aspire to obtain a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Free on-shift meals

Training and development plans

28 days holiday, rising with service

Company pension

Management Development Programme

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Desire to earn a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• 12 months senior experience in a residential setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading shifts and deputising for the registered manager.
• Supporting the development of residential care workers.
• Providing support and care to the young people.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience in a residential setting

Ability to work flexibly

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Senior Support Worker

Location: Torquay, England, United Kingdom
Contract: Full Time
Role Type: Permanent
Working hours per week: 40
Salary: £14.17 - £14.99 per hour
Closing Date: Wednesday 31 December 2025

We are Cambian Group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. The young people in our care range between the ages of 8–18 years with diverse behavioural and emotional needs. We are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and caring people to join our team across the South West region to improve the lives of these young people.

Shift Pattern

16‑24 Hour (including Sleep‑in) on a one‑on‑two‑off or two‑on‑four‑off basis.

Benefits

• Rate of Pay: £14.17 – £14.99 per hour, dependent on experience/qualifications
• Completely free on‑shift meals and parking
• Training and development plans, including NVQs and career progression opportunities
• 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and rising with service
• Paid sickness leave
• Additional overtime, on‑call, sleep‑in and disturbance rates
• Casual dress code
• Company pension
• Simply Health (linked to service)
• Days out and activity days off site
• Management Development Programme to progress from support worker to registered manager and beyond

Day in the Life

• Leading shifts and deputising for the registered manager where required
• Ensuring that residential care workers are up to date with mandatory learning and supporting their individual development
• Communicating with the on‑site team and raising awareness of individual care plans and their implementation
• Maintaining accurate written records in logs, continuation sheets and files to enable monitoring and evaluation
• Contributing to team and staff meetings to facilitate communication and staff development
• Providing support and care to the young people within our services
• Encouraging young people in preparation to re‑enter education or engage in current schooling
• Traveling with young people to and from school or college
• Preparing food at meal times and maintaining the home (cleaning, laundry, etc.) throughout the day
• Organising and facilitating social activities

Requirements

• Must hold a full UK driving licence
• Must desire to earn a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent Children & Younger Peoples workforce
• 12 months senior experience in a residential setting is highly desirable but we encourage applications from those at the start of their journey
• Requirements for DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice

Equal Opportunities

All young people are entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. All staff are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice that discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference.