Senior Residential Support Worker

A Role Where Support, Progression \& Purpose Come Together

When one of our team members joined SV Care six months ago, they quickly realised this wasn’t like other organisations they’d worked for.

What stood out first was the genuine level of support. From access to a dedicated Welfare and Development Officer to approachable, hands‑on senior leaders, SV Care puts staff wellbeing and growth at the heart of everything it does. The Responsible Individual regularly visits the homes, offers guidance, and remains consistently available — creating a culture where staff feel supported, not isolated.

Even early on, meaningful conversations about development and progression take place. At SV Care, growth isn’t delayed — it’s encouraged. We actively develop our people because we want today’s Support Workers to become tomorrow’s Deputy and Registered Managers.

It’s this same commitment that drives the care we provide to children and young people. Our teams go above and beyond to build meaningful relationships, understand individual needs, and create safe, positive environments. Whether celebrating achievements, supporting young people through challenges, or offering consistent care during difficult moments, the dedication across our homes is clear.

Now, as we open a new Ofsted‑registered children’s residential provision in Colchester, we’re looking for experienced Senior Residential Support Workers to join us.

This role is ideal for someone with proven experience in residential childcare who can confidently lead teams, manage complex and challenging behaviours, and provide consistent, trauma‑informed care to the most vulnerable children who have experienced adverse childhoods.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care (essential)


• Supervisory experience (essential)


• Leadership, resilience, empathy, and honesty


• Strong communication and organisational skills


• A passion for supporting children and young people

What We Offer

• £15\.23 per hour \+ sleep‑in rate


• Free extensive training \+ Level 4 qualification after probation


• Clear progression to Deputy \& Registered Manager roles


• Paid DBS and reference checks


• Free meals, free parking \& pension scheme


• A supportive, people‑focused working environment


• Be part of a friendly, supportive HR team at the core of the organisation.


• 23 days annual leave \+ bank holidays.


• Annual pay review.


• Employee Assistance Programme, CPD opportunities, and access to Development \& Welfare Manager.


• Mental Health First Aiders, team building days, Employee of the Month scheme, and company events.


• Casual dress, free on\-site parking, and Cycle to Work scheme.


• Refer a Friend scheme.

Please note: We are not currently offering sponsorship for this role.

If you’re looking for a role where you’re valued, supported, and able to make a real difference every day, SV Care could be the right next step for you.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £15\.23 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted or free food


• Free parking


• On\-site parking


• Referral programme

Experience:

• Supervisory: 1 year (preferred)


• Residential Childcare: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)


• NVQ Level 3 Health \& Social Care (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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