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Senior Residential Support Worker (Qualified) x 3

Job details
Posting date: 21 January 2026
Salary: £32,000 to £35,000 per year, pro rata
Additional salary information: £50 per sleep-in shift
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 20 February 2026
Location: Shropshire, West Midlands
Remote working: On-site only
Company: High5 Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: KPS

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Summary

Are you an experienced and qualified Senior Residential Support Worker who is currently or has recently been working in Children's Residential Homes? High5 Recruitment require three Senior RSWs for a brand-new therapeutic service in Shropshire. We are looking for competent shift leaders who can mentor Residential Childcare Practitioners and provide a warm, consistent, and safe environment for our young people.

Our ideal Support Workers will demonstrate a stable work history. We are looking for professionals who are committed to the long-term development of young people who possess the emotional intelligence to lead by example.

As we are looking for Senior Support Workers you must already hold your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and have at least 18 months experience in a Children's Residential setting, with some experience of leading shifts.

You should have sound knowledge of Safeguarding procedures and a Full UK Driving Licence.

You will need to have a genuine passion for supporting young people who have experienced trauma. We are looking for a calm, predictable presence that helps young people feel safe, and we need Leaders with a "will-do-it" attitude rather than waiting for prompts.

We welcome your application if you meet the above requirements and do not require a Visa Sponsorship.

We look forward to reading your CV and having introductory calls with all shortlisted applicants.

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