Senior Children's Support Worker
| Company: | Brook Street |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,429 - £37,429 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Nelson, BB9 0NW |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Role: Senior Support Worker
Location: Nelson, Burnley
Shift Pattern: 2 on 4 off
Setting: Children's Residential Home, Solo Placement for Emotional Behavioural Difficulties
Salary: £34,084.00-£37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps (depending on qualification)
If you're a caring, resilient support worker looking for a new challenge, this could be the role that takes your career forward.
Our Client is a children-centred residential care provider for young people, and they're hiring a Senior Support Worker to join a highly valued team within a solo placement home supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
What you'll be doing as a Senior Support Worker:
- Lead and support day-to-day care in a solo placement setting, helping children and young people feel safe, listened to and valued
- Work with emotional and behavioural needs using a therapeutic, person-centred approach
- Support positive outcomes through consistent care, boundaries, and encouragement
- Help maintain high standards in line with Ofsted expectations and best practice
- Take a proactive role in day-to-day routines, communication, and teamwork within the home
What you'll bring:
- Experience of at least 12 months in a children's residential care home
- A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- A full UK driving licence (as you may be required to drive as part of the role)
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice
- Values aligned to nurturing, supportive care that puts the child first
Additional information:
- Salary: £34,084.00-£37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps (depending on qualification)
- Shift pattern: 2 days on, 4 days off
- Paid induction training
- Progression routes, including the opportunity to complete Level 4/5 Residential Childcare qualifications
- Company app with high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling
- Birthday day off (in addition to annual leave)
- Full right to work in the UK with no restrictions (sponsorship isn't available)
Ready for a role where your care truly makes a difference?
Click apply and one of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.