Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
£32,450 - £40,150
Permanent
Job Title: Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK
Salary: £29,200–£30,400 per year + additional £3,250–£9,750 for sleep-ins
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in Stevenage. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. As a Senior Support Worker in our children’s residential care home in Stevenage, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care, fostering a nurturing environment, and supporting young people's development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping children thrive and possess the skills to lead and mentor support staff effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide compassionate, high-quality daily support to children and young people in the Stevenage residential home
- Act as a mentor to support staff, leading by example and promoting best practices
- Foster a positive, nurturing environment that encourages recovery and growth
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children and colleagues to ensure a safe and supportive setting
Requirements:
- Minimum of 12 months’ experience in Children’s Residential Level 3 in Children and Young People
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Passion for supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs
- Ability to lead and motivate support staff in the Stevenage residential care environment
Why Join Us?
- Real career growth with ongoing development opportunities
- Competitive salary with open pay structure recognizing qualifications and experience
- Fully funded qualifications to enhance your career prospects
- Paid sector-leading training and comprehensive induction program
- Long service awards, annual leave entitlement of 28 days including Bank Holidays
- Family support with enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Supportive management with regular supervisions and team meetings
- Free meals during shifts and access to exclusive discount schemes
- Secure your future with our NEST pension scheme
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonus of £500 for successful candidate referrals
- Free enhanced DBS check
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.
