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Senior Support Worker/Team Leader

cedarways residential childcare
Swadlincote Full-time
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Senior Children's Support Worker – Residential Children's Home

Location: Burton\-on\-Trent, Staffordshire
Salary: £31,000 \- £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full\-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Children's Support Worker to join our therapeutic residential children's home in Burton\-on\-Trent.

Our welcoming 4\-bed home supports children and young people aged 6–18 with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. Using a therapeutic and PACE\-informed approach, we provide a safe, nurturing environment where young people can develop positive relationships, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional looking to progress their career within a supportive and child\-centred organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high\-quality therapeutic care and support to children and young people.

  • Lead shifts and support the effective day\-to\-day operation of the home.

  • Act as a positive role model and build trusting relationships with young people.

  • Support, guide, and mentor members of the staff team.

  • Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and daily routines.

  • Promote positive outcomes and encourage the development of independence and life skills.

  • Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing remain at the heart of all practice.
About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Previous experience working within a children's residential care setting.

  • A compassionate, resilient, and proactive approach.

  • Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

  • A commitment to therapeutic and child\-centred practice.

  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

  • A full UK driving licence (preferred).

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary of £31,000 \- £34,000 per year.

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

  • Regular supervision and support from experienced management.

  • Clear pathways for career progression.

  • A positive, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

  • The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
Apply Today

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people to thrive and are ready to take the next step in your residential childcare career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our dedicated team and help create brighter futures for young people.

*All appointments are subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and relevant references.*

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £31,000\.00\-£34,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • Free parking

  • On\-site parking
Work Location: In person

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