High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
£34,237 - £38,461
Permanent
Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s EBD Home
Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £15.40 – £16.00 per hour
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in High Wycombe. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs. The Senior Residential Support Worker in this role will be responsible for leading a team, supporting therapeutic care, and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery within a Children’s EBD Home in High Wycombe. If you are passionate about providing compassionate, child-centred support, this position offers a rewarding career in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of support staff to deliver therapeutic care tailored to each child's needs
- Support the Service Manager in daily operational tasks to maintain high standards
- Act as a positive role model, fostering trusting relationships with children and colleagues
- Provide therapeutic interventions to promote recovery and positive development
- Maintain accurate documentation, including care plans, progress reports, and observations
Requirements:
- Minimum of 12 months experience in a children’s residential setting, with knowledge of child-centred and therapeutic models
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)
- Full UK Driving Licence is essential
- Excellent communication skills, caring nature, flexibility, and resilience
Benefits and Rewards:
- Fully funded professional development and qualifications
- Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
- Life Assurance and NEST Pension Scheme
- 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays, plus enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Employee benefits programme, including free meals on duty and comprehensive induction
- Fully paid 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.
