Senior Children&;s Residential Support Worker

Position: Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Holbeck

Location:

Various Children’s Residential Homes across West Yorkshire
Salary:
Competitive hourly rate / salary (dependent on experience)

Shifts:

Long days, waking nights, and sleep-ins
Contract Type:
Full-time / Temp-to-Perm / Permanent Opportunities

Leader Health and Social Care are recruiting Senior Children’s Residential Support Workers to support children and young people within high-quality residential settings across West Yorkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced support workers who are confident in leading shifts, supporting junior staff, and contributing to the consistent delivery of high-quality care for children and young people with SEMH, EBD, and complex needs,

Key Responsibilities:

Act as Shift Leader, ensuring safe and effective day-to-day running of the home
Provide high-quality, child-centred care in line with care plans and risk assessments
Support and mentor Residential Support Workers and new starters
Promote positive behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
Liaise with managers, social workers, and external professionals
Ensure accurate recording, incident reports, and handovers are completed to Ofsted standards
Support safeguarding practices and maintain a safe, nurturing environment
Essential Requirements:

Minimum 12 months’ experience working in a children’s residential setting
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
Experience supporting children with SEMH / EBD / challenging behaviour
Ability to lead shifts confidently and support team development
Strong understanding of safeguarding, Ofsted regulations, and care standards
Full UK Driving Licence – preferred
Flexibility to work days, nights, and sleep-ins

What We Offer:

Competitive pay rates based on experience
Weekly pay (where applicable)
Temp, temp-to-perm, and permanent roles available
Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
Dedicated compliance and on-call support team

Please note:

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

If you are an experienced children’s residential professional looking to step into or continue within a senior role, we would welcome your application