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An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Residential Support Worker / Care Team Leader to join a well-established company providing specialist residential care and support for children and young people with complex needs.

As a Senior Residential Support Worker / Care Team Leader, you will lead shifts within a residential setting, supporting young people while guiding and motivating a care team.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary of £14.75 per hour, £55 for sleep in and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For

Supporting the registered management team with the smooth running of the home
Creating a safe, welcoming and child-focused living environment
Contributing to care plans, reviews and accurate record-keeping
Upholding safeguarding standards and internal policies at all times
Leading shifts, delegating duties and supporting staff development
Administering medication and maintaining appropriate documentation
Completing detailed handovers, reports and incident records

What We Are Looking For

Previously worked as a Care Team leader, Residential Support Worker, Keyworker, Support Worker, Childcare Worker, Care worker, Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner, Childcare Practitioner, Care Supervisor, Care Coordinator or in a similar role
Experience supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs
Have at least Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare
Proven ability to lead, support and motivate a staff team
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-centred practice
Driving licence is highly desirable

Shift:

Flexible shifts across 7 days a week
3 shifts per week on a 3-week rolling rota
Timings: 7:00am - 10:00pm or 8:00am - 11:00pm
No fixed pattern

What’s on Offer

Competitive Salary
Casual dress
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Store discount
Pension scheme
A structured working pattern with a strong focus on work/life balance
Regular sleep-in shifts included
Opportunities to pick up additional hours if desired
Fully funded, recognised qualifications
Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Generous annual leave including public holidays
Employee benefits platform
Employee wellbeing support and assistance programme

This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity for a motivated Team Leader looking to make a real difference.

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