Senior Residential Support Worker
| Posting date: | 10 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £14.50 to £15.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 October 2025 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG12 1AA |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LH00sRSW_1757522152 |
Summary
Do you have experience working as a Senior Residential Support Worker in children's residential care or social care? Take the next step in your career and make a direct impact on the lives of vulnerable young people in a nurturing, therapeutic environment. This is a full-time permanent role based in Reading, with a salary of £14.50-£15.50 per hour (DOE) plus sleep-ins at £60 per night.
Please do not apply if you need sponsorship. To apply for this role you must have residence and right to work within the UK.
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within the South of England and work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate of £14.50-£15.50 (DOE) plus sleep-ins at £60 per night
* Full-time permanent role
* Supportive, team-focused working environment
* Opportunities for career progression and professional development
* Make a positive difference in the lives of young people with additional needs
Responsibilities
* Lead and support a team of residential support staff on shift
* Provide high-quality care and guidance to children and young people
* Implement individual care plans and ensure staff follow them effectively
* Mentor, coach, and develop junior staff to improve skills and performance
* Support therapeutic interventions and rehabilitation programmes
* Encourage young people's independence, social, and life skills
* Maintain records and ensure accurate reporting by the team
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, therapists, and external professionals
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Senior Residential Support Worker or equivalent
* Driver essential
* Willingness to complete Level 4 in Residential Childcare
* Strong empathy, communication, patience, and interpersonal skills
* Commitment to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply directly via Indeed or get in touch with Laura to discuss the role. I can answer any questions and fast-track your application.
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