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senior support worker Melksham

Job details
Posting date: 23 July 2025
Salary: £28,500.00 per year
Additional salary information: supportive induction, great benefits
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 22 August 2025
Location: Melksham, Wiltshire, ba146jt
Company: Brook Street
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: BBBH417649_1753275788

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Summary

Senior Residential Care Worker

Melksham

Children's Home

Salary & Hours

  • £14.90 per hour

  • Overtime paid at £19.90 per hour

  • Full-time: 160 hours per month

  • Minimum 4 sleep-in shifts per month (£65 per shift)

  • Estimated annual salary: £28,500-£32,000 (including basic hours and regular sleep-ins)

About the Role
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Residential Care Worker to join our team at a well-established 4-bed children's home in Melksham.

You'll be supporting vulnerable children and young people, many of whom have experienced trauma, neglect, or disrupted family lives, by providing a safe, supportive, and stable environment to help them heal, build confidence, and develop life skills.

This is more than just a job. You will be a trusted adult, role model, and consistent presence, helping with daily routines, education, hobbies, and relationships as you guide each young person toward their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build trusting relationships with children and young people based on respect and consistency

  • Support emotional wellbeing, behavioural challenges, and therapeutic care plans

  • Promote education, independence, and social development

  • Oversee daily routines including meals, activities, and appointments

  • Mentor and guide junior team members

  • Ensure the home meets safeguarding and regulatory standards

Requirements

  • QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)

  • Experience in residential childcare

  • Calm, resilient, and confident in managing challenging behaviour

  • Strong team player with excellent communication skills

  • Committed to high-quality care and helping young people thrive

What We Offer

  • Supportive, values-driven team environment

  • Ongoing training and clear career development opportunities

  • A deeply rewarding role where you make a real and lasting difference

Interested?
Call Louise on 0117 948 6300 or 07929 47 6065
You can also text or WhatsApp to find out more

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