About the Role

We are currently seeking a Senior Support Worker to join a dedicated residential team supporting children and young people in a safe, nurturing, and homely environment.

In this role, you will take the lead on shifts, support and guide Residential Care Practitioners, and play a key part in delivering high-quality, child-centred care. You will work closely with the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager to ensure the home operates in line with legislation, policies, and best practice.

The young people you will support may have experienced trauma and present with social, emotional, or behavioural needs. Your role will be to help them develop life skills, build resilience, and achieve positive outcomes while feeling safe, valued, and heard.

This position requires flexibility to work on a rota basis, including sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays, and occasional on-call duties.

About You

You will be a confident, compassionate, and experienced practitioner who can lead by example. You will have a strong understanding of children’s residential care and the ability to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.

You will ideally have:

• At least 1 year’s experience working as a Residential Care Practitioner

• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care or Level 4 in Children, Young People & Families (or willingness to work towards)

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• A good understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and residential care legislation

• The ability to build positive relationships with young people, colleagues, and professionals

• Confidence in shift leading, delegation, and decision-making

• A commitment to equality, diversity, and non-oppressive practice

You will be a positive role model, organised, reliable, and able to maintain professional standards both in and outside of work.

What’s on Offer

• A rewarding role making a real difference to children and young people’s lives

• Ongoing training, supervision, and career development opportunities

• Support to complete or progress relevant qualifications

• A structured rota shared in advance to support work–life balance

• A supportive management team and positive working environment

• Opportunities to gain experience across different homes within the organisation

About the Client

Our client is a specialist provider of residential care for children and young people, committed to creating safe, stable, and nurturing homes. Their approach is centred on trauma-informed care, strong relationships, and empowering young people to reach their full potential.

They work in line with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Care Standards, and robust safeguarding practices, ensuring every child receives consistent, high-quality care tailored to their individual needs.

Recruitment Timeline

We are committed to appointing the most suitable candidate and therefore encourage early applications. The recruitment process will involve an initial screening, followed by interviews for successful applicants.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

Please complete the form below and include an up-to-date CV.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Daisy at daisy@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926 695216.

Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.