Senior Residential Children's Support Worker
Erith, DA8 | Up to £34,000 per annum | 4-Bed Home
Are you an experienced Senior Residential Children's Support Worker looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact?
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established children's residential provider in Erith, offering a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, supportive team within a small 4-bed home. The service currently supports two young people aged 16 and 17 with complex learning disabilities, allowing staff to provide truly person-centred care and build meaningful relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced support worker seeking a long-term career in residential childcare, with ongoing training, clear progression opportunities, and a management team that values and invests in its staff.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Building positive and trusting relationships with young people
- Supporting children with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education, and independence skills
- Promoting positive outcomes and helping young people reach their full potential
- Providing consistent care and support tailored to individual needs
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Working collaboratively with families, social workers, education providers, and healthcare professionals
- Contributing to care planning, reviews, and team meetings
- Acting as a positive role model and championing high standards of care
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
- Experience supporting young people with Learning Disabilities, EBD, SEMH, or complex needs
- NVQ Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or at least 50% completed)
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A resilient, compassionate, and professional approach
- A full UK driving licence
What's On Offer?
Salary & Benefits
- £15.05 per hour (£31,300 per annum) and £16.35 per hour (£34,000 per annum)
- £65 per sleep-in shift
- Full-time contract - 40 hours per week
Shift Patterns
- Day shifts: 7:00am - 10:00pm
- Waking nights: 9:00pm - 7:00am
- Sleep-ins: 10:00pm - 7:00am
Career Development
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
- Team Teach and Manual Handling training
- Leadership development programmes
- Clear pathways for progression into Senior and Leadership roles
Why Join?
- Supportive and experienced management team
- Strong team culture and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day
- Long-term career development within a growing organisation
If you're an experienced Senior Residential Children's Support Worker looking for your next challenge and want to work in a home where children, staff, and quality of care come first, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now, and Rob will be in touch shortly!
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Salary range
- £31,300 - £34,000 per year