Senior Residential Support Worker
Posted on Jun 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Erith, Greater London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£31.3k - £34k Annual
Full-Time
Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 8–17 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and learning disabilities.
About the Role:
You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
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Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals
*
Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care
*
Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people
*
Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities
*
Maintain accurate, compassionate records
*
Act as shift leader and support team operations when required
Requirements:
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Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)
*
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
*
Strong communication and leadership skills
*
Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What We Offer:
*
Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)
*
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
*
Ongoing training and career development
About the Role:
You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals
*
Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care
*
Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people
*
Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities
*
Maintain accurate, compassionate records
*
Act as shift leader and support team operations when required
Requirements:
*
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)
*
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
*
Strong communication and leadership skills
*
Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What We Offer:
*
Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)
*
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
*
Ongoing training and career development
Reference: 225226033
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Senior Residential Support Worker
Posted on Jun 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Erith, Greater London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£31.3k - £34k Annual
Full-Time
Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 8–17 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and learning disabilities.
About the Role:
You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals
*
Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care
*
Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people
*
Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities
*
Maintain accurate, compassionate records
*
Act as shift leader and support team operations when required
Requirements:
*
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)
*
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
*
Strong communication and leadership skills
*
Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What We Offer:
*
Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)
*
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
*
Ongoing training and career development
About the Role:
You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals
*
Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care
*
Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people
*
Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities
*
Maintain accurate, compassionate records
*
Act as shift leader and support team operations when required
Requirements:
*
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)
*
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
*
Strong communication and leadership skills
*
Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What We Offer:
*
Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)
*
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
*
Ongoing training and career development
Reference: 225226033
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