Senior Residential Support Worker

At
Thryva Care Group
, children are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing, and empowering environments where every young person feels valued, heard, and supported to thrive. Through compassionate care, personalised support, and strong relationships, we help children build confidence, resilience, and brighter futures.

We are looking for experienced, motivated individuals to join us as
Senior Residential Support Workers
, playing a key leadership role within our homes while providing outstanding care to young people.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will support young people with all aspects of daily life, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. Alongside direct care responsibilities, you will also support the wider team, leading shifts, promoting high standards, and contributing to the effective running of the home.

• Supporting young people to develop life skills, engage in hobbies, build friendships, and experience new opportunities.
• Providing consistent care and creating a nurturing, therapeutic home environment.
• Acting as a positive role model, building trusting relationships that promote growth and resilience.
• Leading shifts with confidence - directing, supporting, and motivating colleagues to deliver exceptional care.
• Conducting staff supervisions and supporting the development of team members.
• Assisting with staff inductions, ensuring new colleagues are welcomed and guided effectively. Taking responsibility for safeguarding, promoting the welfare of young people at all times.
• Supporting health and safety within the home, including completing and monitoring risk assessments.
• Managing the home in the absence of the Deputy or Registered Manager, ensuring consistent standards and routines are maintained.
• Accurately reporting, recording, and maintaining clear, detailed records in line with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Working collaboratively with the team to meet each young person’s care plan and individual needs.

• Child-Centred Care
  – You’ll place the needs, voices, and experiences of young people first.
• Compassionate Relationships
  – You’ll build trust through empathy, consistency, and genuine care.
• Empowerment & Resilience
  – You’ll help young people develop confidence, independence, and self-worth.
• Safety & Accountability
  – You’ll lead by example, upholding the highest safeguarding standards.

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a residential care setting.
• Ability to confidently lead shifts and support colleagues in delivering high-quality care.
• Strong role model, demonstrating Thryva’s values and encouraging personal development.
• Emotional resilience, patience, and excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
• Full UK driving licence - essential for transporting young people.
• A desire to progress within the organisation and support the growth of others.

We are a
new and growing company
with a clear mission - to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. As we grow, we are committed to expanding the benefits and opportunities available to our team.

• Blue Light Card membership for discounts and savings
• Proud to be a Real Living Wage employer
• Longevity benefits packages
• Your birthday off, every year
• Ongoing training, leadership development, and career progression opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health & wellbeing