Senior Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales

Salary: £27,804.60 - £38,082.60 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Description:
We are seeking dedicated Senior Residential Support Workers to join our children’s home near Abergavenny. This role involves supporting up to four young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties within a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment. Our home offers a homely setting with extensive grounds, comfortable bedrooms, and communal spaces designed to promote well-being and development.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Residential Support Worker based in Abergavenny, your daily duties will include:

• Providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Acting as a positive role model and leader within the team, including shift leading responsibilities.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of young people by adhering to statutory requirements, health and safety policies, and risk assessments.
• Supporting young people’s personal development through therapeutic and supportive interactions.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to care plans and daily activities.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will need:

• Essential Qualification: QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Required Experience: Minimum of 1 year working in a care setting, preferably with children or young people.
• Mandatory Compliance: Full UK manual driving licence, Enhanced DBS check, and registration with Social Care Wales (or willingness to register within 6 months).
• Passion for making a positive difference in young people’s lives.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-in duties.
• Basic IT skills and understanding of health, safety, and risk assessments.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with structured progression.
• 28 days annual leave plus up to 5 additional days.
• Birthday day off.
• Fully supported induction and ongoing CPD training.
• Fully funded health and social care qualifications (Level 4-5).
• Incentive bonus vouchers and a refer-a-friend scheme.
• Fully funded mileage allowance for work outside your home.
• Opportunity to develop a rewarding career within the health and social care sector.

If you are a qualified Senior Residential Support Worker seeking a meaningful role in Abergavenny, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent roles. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will undergo an Enhanced DBS check and references.