Senior Residential Support Worker ( Children's home)

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Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Bradford, UK
Setting: 3 Bed Children’s Residential Home (EBD)
Salary: £15.60 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off (including sleep-ins)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time available

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Residential Support Worker to join a small, supportive team within a 3-bed children’s home in Bradford. The home supports young people aged 15–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), presenting a range of complex behaviours.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing service that has been open since January 2024 and has already achieved a “Good” Ofsted rating. You will play a key role in leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently delivered.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home

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Deliver high-quality, child-centred care to young people

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Act as a role model and provide guidance to junior staff

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Support the development and implementation of care plans and risk assessments

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Manage and respond to challenging behaviours in line with policies and procedures

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Ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are maintained at all times

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Build positive relationships with young people to support their emotional and social development

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Work in partnership with external agencies, families, and professionals

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Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation

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Support young people in developing independence and life skills

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Transport young people to school, appointments, and activities

Requirements

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Previous experience in residential childcare, ideally within an EBD setting

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Experience in a senior role or confident stepping up into a leadership position

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Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and risk assessment

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Ability to lead shifts and support a team effectively

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Full UK driving licence (essential)

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Resilient, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

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Flexible to work shifts, including sleep-ins

What’s on Offer

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£15.60 per hour

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£50 per sleep-in

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2 on / 4 off shift pattern (excellent work-life balance)

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Full-time and part-time opportunities available

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Ongoing training and development

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Supportive management and team environment

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Opportunity to be part of a growing and developing service

Apply Now

If you are an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Join a service where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people every day
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Location:
Bradford
Salary:
£36,000 - £38,000 /annum
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Social Care

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