Senior Support Worker

CV-LibraryRotherham, South YorkshirepermanentPosted: 27 March 2026
Apply Now
Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care (Female Only)

Location: Rotherham Salary: £27,500

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Support Worker to join our children’s residential service in Rotherham, supporting a female young person in a nurturing, structured environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, emotional wellbeing and positive development. You will work closely with families and multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the young person.

The role involves a combination of hands-on support and administrative responsibilities, requiring strong communication skills, resilience and a proactive approach.

This is a female-only role due to the specific needs of the young person.

Key Responsibilities

* Support the young person with daily living activities, promoting independence and confidence

* Develop and implement tailored care plans to meet individual needs

* Provide support during educational, recreational, and social activities

* Transport the young person to school, appointments, and activities as required

* Maintain accurate records of progress, incidents, and daily logs in line with organisational policies

* Communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and external professionals

* Contribute to a safe, supportive, and nurturing home environment

* Utilise IT systems for documentation, reporting, and communication

* Uphold safeguarding standards and promote the welfare of the young person at all times

Requirements

* Minimum age of 22 years (in line with Ofsted regulations)

* NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent)

* At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare supporting young people

* Full UK manual driving licence

* Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About You

* Compassionate, patient, and resilient

* Passionate about supporting children’s growth and development

* Able to build positive, trusting relationships

* Organised with strong attention to detail

* Committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care

What We Offer

* Competitive starting salary of £27,500

* Opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person’s life

* Supportive team environment

* Ongoing training and professional development

If you are passionate about supporting children and want to be part of a dedicated and caring team, we would love to hear from you

Similar Jobs