Senior Therapeutic Support Worker


Company:	YOURRECRUIT LIMITED · 07364602
Salary:	from £16.25 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	PO7 7SB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

Location: Waterlooville

Salary: From £16.25 per hour, plus £3,000–£6,000 annually for sleep-ins

Hours: 39 hours per week, including long days and sleep-ins

Contract: Full-time

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a compassionate and resilient Senior Therapeutic Support Worker to join a children's residential care home in Waterlooville.

The role involves supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma and may have complex emotional, behavioural and developmental needs. The successful candidate will help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people feel valued, build confidence and develop the skills needed to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, child-centred and therapeutic care within a residential children's home.

• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.

• Act as a positive role model, offering encouragement, praise and emotional support.

• Support young people through challenging situations using patience, empathy and resilience.

• Promote independence, confidence, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

• Contribute to care plans, safeguarding procedures and team discussions.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, stable and supportive home environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 months' experience working in a children's residential home.

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• Knowledge of child-centred and therapeutic approaches to care.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A caring, flexible and emotionally resilient approach.

• Ability to remain calm and professional when managing challenging behaviour.

• Flexibility to work long-day shifts and sleep-ins.

Candidates with transferable experience in education, youth work, care, security or supporting vulnerable individuals may also bring valuable skills to the role.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with enhanced rates recognising qualifications and experience.

• Additional sleep-in payments.

• Fully funded training and professional development.

• Comprehensive induction programme.

• 28 days' annual leave.

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

• Free meals during shifts.

• Employee wellbeing and counselling support.

• Pension scheme and life assurance.

• Employer-funded Enhanced DBS check.

• Employee referral scheme with a potential bonus.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Support Worker or Senior Children's Support Worker looking to develop their career in therapeutic residential childcare and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Important Information

Apply: Please submit an up-to-date CV. All appointments are subject to relevant safer recruitment checks, including Enhanced DBS where required.

Right to Work: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is unavailable.

Referrals: We offer a paid referral scheme, so get in touch if you know someone suitable.

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