Senior Residential Support Worker – Children’s Residential Care

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker – Children's Residential Care
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: £28,496 - £34,800 per annum (including sleep-in allowance)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Join a well-established and respected provider that has been delivering high-quality care for vulnerable children and young people for over 15 years. With a strong commitment to nurturing, stability, and positive outcomes, this organisation offers an excellent environment for career growth and meaningful impact.

We are currently recruiting a Senior Residential Support Worker to join one of their Ofsted-regulated children's homes, which provides tailored care for young people aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The home operates with a therapeutic approach, offering a structured, safe, and supportive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:
•    Supporting and mentoring young people to achieve their goals and build positive futures
•    Leading shifts and supporting junior staff
•    Promoting routines, independence, and emotional wellbeing
•    Working closely with families, professionals, and education providers
•    Ensuring the home remains compliant with safeguarding and care standards

What We're Looking For:
•    Experience in a children's residential care setting (essential)
•    Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or working towards it)
•    Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people
•    Confident, calm under pressure, and emotionally resilient
•    Able to work flexible hours, including sleep-ins

Benefits:
•    Ongoing professional development and career progression
•    Support to gain further qualifications
•    Enhanced holiday and pension schemes
•    Employee well-being initiatives

Ready to take the next step in your career and truly make an impact? Apply now to find out more.

This role is easily commutable from Cauldon Low, Derby, Leek, Loughborough, Staffordshire and Wolverhampton, 

Application Process  
To apply for this exciting opportunity, or to find out more information, please contact Ed Amaral at Compass Associates for an informal discussion about the role.

Contact Details:  
02394 214487  
[email protected]  

Alternatively, please submit your CV via email, and we will be in touch.

Recommendations: Compass Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for a successful recommendation following the completion of probation/rebate.