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Senior Support Worker

Reference: 10385
Location
wigan, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Salary
£30,000 - £33,750
Contract Type
Permanent

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker | Care & Support | EBD | Permanent Role

Location: Wigan

Salary: £30,000 - £33,750 per year (£15 per hour)

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with emotional and behavioural difficulties? Do you want to work in a supportive environment where your care and dedication can help young people thrive? 

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Children’s Residential Support Workers to join a leading specialist provider supporting children and young people in a welcoming solo residential home in Wigan.

This rewarding role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development, independence, and well-being of children with EBD.

You will be a vital part of a vibrant team committed to delivering person-centred care and positive outcomes.
 

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing specialist training in learning disabilities and positive behaviour support

  • Opportunities for career development within a supportive team

  • Friendly, collaborative work environment with regular supervision and support

  • Generous annual leave allowance

  • The satisfaction of making a real difference to children’s lives

Key Responsibilities:

  • Foster a warm, positive environment by engaging children in activities, hobbies, and educational pursuits

  • Build trusting relationships with children, their families, and other professionals

  • Support the development of independent living skills, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal organisation

  • Assist with implementing individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies

  • Promote social, emotional, and physical development

  • Maintain accurate records of progress and incidents

  • Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure high-quality care

  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Ideal Candidates Will Be:

  • Compassionate, empathetic, and caring towards children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties 

  • Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations

  • Enthusiastic, creative, and proactive in engaging children through activities

  • Reliable, responsible, and committed to delivering consistent care

  • Excellent communicators, able to build rapport with children, families, and colleagues

  • Flexible, willing to work a rota including sleep-ins (fully paid)

Essential Requirements:

  • Genuinely interested in working with children and young people with EBD

  • Previous experience with children or young people in residential or care settings

  • Understanding of safeguarding principles and child welfare

  • Basic IT skills for record keeping

  • Right to work in the UK

Desirable (Full training provided):

  • NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People or equivalent

  • Full UK Driving Licence (due to activity locations)

If you are ready for an inspiring and fulfilling career opportunity and have the qualities to support children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties, we would love to hear from you!

 

"Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone."

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Aidan Ruffinato
Aidan Ruffinato
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