Senior Residential Care Support Worker - Children's Home
| Posting date: | 09 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 July 2025 |
| Location: | MK17 7BT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | PhaseHomes residential Home |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Location: Milton Kynes
Salary: £27,000 – £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) + sleep-in allowance
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rota basis (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins)
About the Role:
Are you an experienced support worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people to heal, grow, and thrive?
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team in a warm, nurturing children’s home supporting young people aged 10-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
In this key role, you’ll help lead a team of support workers, acting as a role model and providing guidance, consistency, and care that truly makes a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people
• Assist the management team with day-to-day operations of the home
• Lead and mentor support workers during shifts
• Help implement individual care plans and risk assessments
• Support with rota planning, shift leading, and staff supervision
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding standards
• Promote a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment
What We’re Looking For:
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent – essential)
• Working towards or willingness to complete Level 4 in Leadership and Management (preferred)
• Confident in leading a team and working under pressure
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care
• Full UK driving licence or working towards it
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary with enhanced sleep-in payments
• Ongoing training and qualifications (including Level 4/5 leadership)
• Career development into deputy or registered manager roles
• Supportive, inclusive and values-led team
• Staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programme
• Pension scheme, paid holidays, and other benefits
Ready to be a positive influence in a young person’s life and take the next step in your career?
Apply now or contact the home manager 07542941410 or email info@phasehomes.co.uk for more details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Salary: £27,000 – £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) + sleep-in allowance
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rota basis (including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins)
About the Role:
Are you an experienced support worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people to heal, grow, and thrive?
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team in a warm, nurturing children’s home supporting young people aged 10-18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
In this key role, you’ll help lead a team of support workers, acting as a role model and providing guidance, consistency, and care that truly makes a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people
• Assist the management team with day-to-day operations of the home
• Lead and mentor support workers during shifts
• Help implement individual care plans and risk assessments
• Support with rota planning, shift leading, and staff supervision
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding standards
• Promote a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment
What We’re Looking For:
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent – essential)
• Working towards or willingness to complete Level 4 in Leadership and Management (preferred)
• Confident in leading a team and working under pressure
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care
• Full UK driving licence or working towards it
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary with enhanced sleep-in payments
• Ongoing training and qualifications (including Level 4/5 leadership)
• Career development into deputy or registered manager roles
• Supportive, inclusive and values-led team
• Staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programme
• Pension scheme, paid holidays, and other benefits
Ready to be a positive influence in a young person’s life and take the next step in your career?
Apply now or contact the home manager 07542941410 or email info@phasehomes.co.uk for more details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.