Full job descriptionSenior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader – Children’s Specialist Service
Cardiff | Full-time | Permanent
£15.00 – £16.00 per hour
We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader to join a specialist children’s residential service in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and complex support needs and wants to work in a nurturing, therapeutic environment.
The service takes a child-centred and trauma-informed approach, supporting young people to feel safe, develop confidence and build independence and life skills.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home. You will lead shifts, support the residential team and work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure consistently high standards of care.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Leading shifts and supporting the residential care team
*Providing high-quality, individualised care to children and young people
*Building positive and trusting relationships
*Supporting young people with ALN and complex needs
*Promoting emotional wellbeing, independence and life skills
*Supporting daily routines, activities, appointments and community access
*Following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures
*Completing accurate records, reports and handovers
*Mentoring and supporting less experienced staff
*Helping maintain a safe, stable and nurturing home environment
*Working closely with the Registered Manager and wider professional team
About You
Essential:
*Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent
*Previous experience working with children, young people or within a care/support environment
*Experience of supervising, mentoring or leading staff
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills
*Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
*Calm, patient and consistent approach
*Full UK driving licence
*Genuine passion for supporting children and young people
Desirable:
*Experience in children’s residential care
*Experience supporting children with ALN, autism or complex needs
*Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support or therapeutic approaches
*Registered with Social Care Wales
*Previous Senior Support Worker or Team Leader experience
What’s on Offer?
*£15.00 – £16.00 per hour
*Permanent, full-time position
*Family-friendly rota arrangements
*Annual discretionary bonus
*Company pension
*Fully funded training and qualifications
*DBS costs covered
*Career progression opportunities
*Supportive management team
*Free on-site parking
*Staff referral scheme
*Ongoing professional development
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to join a specialist children’s service where the focus is on understanding each young person as an individual and helping them achieve their potential.
If you are an experienced Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Residential Support Worker with a Level 3 qualification and a passion for supporting children with additional or complex needs, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion about the role.
All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and appropriate safeguarding checks. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and is an equal opportunities employer.