Senior Residential Support Worker
| Posting date: | 10 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,300 to £34,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2026 |
| Location: | DA8 1AB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Flow Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SNRRES |
Summary
Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 8–17 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and learning disabilities.
About the Role:
You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals
Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care
Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people
Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities
Maintain accurate, compassionate records
Act as shift leader and support team operations when required
Requirements:
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
Strong communication and leadership skills
Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What We Offer:
Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
Ongoing training and career development
About the Role:
You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals
Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care
Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people
Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities
Maintain accurate, compassionate records
Act as shift leader and support team operations when required
Requirements:
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
Strong communication and leadership skills
Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What We Offer:
Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
Ongoing training and career development