Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Description

Senior Residential Childcare Worker \n Children's Residential Home \n Wakefield, WF5\n £31,068 - £32,639 plus sleep ins\n 2 Bed Emotional Behavioural Difficulties\n Mixed Gender\n \n Are you passionate about making a real difference in young lives? Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring for a Senior Residential Support Worker to be part of an exciting new venture in Wakefield. This isn't just a role; it's an opportunity to help shape a brand-new children's home from the ground up, creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.\n \n What you'll be doing:\n * Leading and supporting a team of Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality care\n * Building positive relationships with children, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and development\n * Contributing to the development of the home's culture, routines, and environment from day one\n * Assisting with the planning and implementation of personalised care plans\n * Promoting a team approach and maintaining a calm, nurturing atmosphere\n \n What you'll bring:\n * Experience working in children's residential care or similar settings\n * Strong leadership and communication skills\n * A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children\n * Ability to work flexibly and respond to the needs of children and the team\n * A proactive, caring attitude with a focus on positive outcomes\n \n Requirements:\n * Relevant qualifications in social care or childcare (e.g.

Level 3 or equivalent)\n * Valid driver's licence (preferred but not essential)\n * Experience in a supervisory or senior role within children's services\n \n Children move in: August 2026\n Salary: £31,068 - £32,639 plus sleep ins\n \n This is your chance to be part of something meaningful from the very beginning. If you're ready to help build a home where children can feel safe, supported, and inspired, we want to hear from you\n\n#LEEJP

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Job Overview

ID:

2512640

Date Posted:

Posted 2 hours ago

Expiration Date:

23/07/2026

Location:

Wf1

Salary:

Competitive

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