Senior Support Worker: Children's Residential

Senior Support Worker:
Children's Residential

Pay: £33,500.00-£38,000.00 per year

Senior Support Worker Children s Residential Home (Mansfield)

Salary: £33,500 £ 38,000 per year Full-time, Permanent

• Do you want to work for a high-quality care provider that invests in your training and career progression?
• Do you want above-average pay and excellent benefits?
• Do you like well-funded, well-staffed homes where you can truly make a difference?

If you answered YES, then this is the role for you!

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Above-average pay compared to industry standards
• Fully funded Level 3, 4, or 5 training to support your career growth
• Clear progression opportunities into senior and management roles
• A child-focused company with well-funded, well-staffed homes ensuring quality care
• A supportive environment that values your development and wellbeing

About Our Client

Our client is a trusted provider of children s residential services, committed to creating safe, nurturing homes where children can thrive. Their homes are well-resourced, professionally staffed, and designed to provide stability and emotional support for children aged 8 18. They believe in empowering staff through training, development, and clear career progression opportunities.

About the Role

As a Senior Support Worker, you ll play a vital role in leading and mentoring a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of care for children in our Nottingham home. This is a low-risk, nurturing environment focused on emotional wellbeing, routine, and personal growth not a setting where you face aggressive behaviours daily.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and support residential care staff to deliver child-centred care
• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with safeguarding standards
• Support the development and implementation of individual care plans
• Foster positive relationships and emotional wellbeing for children
• Collaborate with management and external professionals to coordinate care

What We Offer:

• Salary: £33,500 £ 38,000 per year
• Regular working pattern for better work-life balance
• Comprehensive training and development
• Clear progression pathways into management roles
• Supportive leadership and well-resourced homes

What We re Looking For:

• QCF Level 3 (essential);
  Level 4/5 (desirable)
• Minimum 2 years experience in residential childcare with leadership skills
• Strong understanding of child development and safeguarding
• Full UK driving licence

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location:

In person