Senior Support Worker - Children's Services; Male

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Senior Support Worker (Male) to join a well-established children's residential home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is an excellent opportunity for a caring, motivated, and resilient individual to take on a senior role within a supportive and progressive environment. You will play a key part in leading shifts, mentoring staff, and ensuring that each young person receives high-quality, consistent, and person-centred care.

• Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people with EBD in line with their individual care plans.
• Act as a positive male role model and build trusting, therapeutic relationships with young people.
• Lead shifts effectively, ensuring smooth communication and high standards of care across the team.
• Support and mentor junior staff, promoting good practice and professional development.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of care and behaviour management plans.
• Encourage young people to develop independence, social skills, and confidence through positive engagement and structured routines.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and reports in line with Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training to ensure continued professional growth.
• Support young people in accessing education, health services, and leisure activities.
• Respond appropriately to challenging behaviour, using de-escalation and behaviour management techniques.
• Ensure safeguarding and child protection principles are followed at all times.

Essential:

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People s Workforce (or equivalent qualification).
• Minimum of 2 years  experience working within a residential childcare setting, specifically with young people presenting with EBD.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team effectively.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work a rota including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Male applicants only - due to genuine occupational requirements under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part
  1).

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 4/5 or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience with PMVA or other de-escalation training.
• First Aid and Medication Administration training.

• Competitive salary and sleep-in payments.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for progression within a growing organisation.