Location: Taunton
Position: Senior Support Worker (Children’s Residential)
Hourly Rate: £13.40 – £14.22 (based on experience/qualifications)
Overtime Rate: 1.25
Contract: 25 hours per week (Late shifts: 4pm – 11pm)
Shift Pattern: Two-week rolling rota with every second weekend off
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people? Do you thrive in dynamic, rewarding environments? If so, we want you to be part of our team!
As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting young people with complex needs in a residential setting. You will help guide them through daily life while contributing to their personal and academic growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference.
Key Benefits:
Free meals and parking while on shift
Tailored training and development opportunities, including NVQs and career progression
Paid sickness leave
Additional rates for overtime, on-call, sleep-ins, and disturbance
Casual dress code
Company pension plan
Access to Simply Health benefits
Opportunities for team outings and activities
A management development programme to help you progress to senior roles
What You’ll Do:
Lead shifts and step in for the Registered Manager when necessary
Oversee the development and learning of Residential Care Workers, ensuring they are up to date with mandatory training
Ensure care plans are implemented effectively, keeping the team informed
Maintain accurate written records for monitoring and evaluation
Contribute to team meetings to support communication and development
Provide daily care and support to young people
Help young people with their educational journey, assisting with school or college travel
Assist with meal preparation and maintain the residential environment (cleaning, laundry, etc.)
Plan and coordinate social activities for young people
Who We’re Looking For:
Full UK driving licence required
Commitment to earning a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
At least 12 months of experience in a residential care setting is ideal, though we welcome applicants who are just beginning their journey in this field
Successful completion of DBS and reference checks as part of safer recruitment practices
You’ll join a supportive and dedicated team, helping young people overcome challenges and achieve their personal potential. Every day is different, but each day brings the opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact.
Equal Opportunities:
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We expect all staff to uphold these values by treating everyone fairly and challenging discriminatory practices. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
