Children's Home Senior Support Worker
Salary: £34,320 basic salary, rising to approximately £36,500 including sleep-ins
Location: Harrogate, HG2
Home Size: New 2-Bedroom EBD Children's Home
Salary & Benefits
Basic salary of £34,320 per annum
Potential earnings of approximately £36,500 per annum including sleep-ins
£45 per sleep-in, with approximately 8–10 sleep-ins per month
Two weeks of fully paid training
Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
Full senior management team in place, providing a strong support network
Brand-new bespoke operating system designed by the Director to make day-to-day working easier and improve the user experience
Structured development programme covering PACE, Team Teach, trauma-informed care, child development, adolescent mental health, neurodiversity, safeguarding and first aid
Regular reflective supervision and ongoing professional development
Company pension scheme
Free meals whilst on shift
Funded Enhanced DBS
Company sick pay
Employee discounts and wellbeing schemes
On-site parking and staff recognition initiatives
Genuine career progression opportunities, including a pathway towards Deputy Manager
What We're Looking For
At least two years' experience working in a children's residential care setting
Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential Childcare, completed or close to completion
Full UK driving licence
Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)
Strong understanding of safeguarding, professional curiosity and risk management
Ability to remain calm and consistent when supporting distressed or challenging behaviour
Clear, accurate and professional record-keeping skills
Confidence leading shifts, guiding colleagues and providing constructive feedback
A balanced approach to boundaries, relationship-building and positive behaviour support
Good judgement, including knowing when to make decisions independently and when to escalate concerns
Flexibility to work a residential rota, including sleep-ins, weekends and bank holidays
Must have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Help establish and develop a brand-new two-bed EBD children's home in Harrogate, contributing to its culture and standards from the outset
Lead shifts and provide guidance, direction and support to the residential care team
Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people, providing consistent and nurturing care
Support the implementation of care plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies
Monitor changes in young people's behaviour and presentation, responding appropriately to their needs
Promote safeguarding, professional curiosity and high standards of care
Complete clear, factual records and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date
Support effective key work sessions and translate care plans into everyday practice
Provide guidance and constructive feedback to colleagues, promoting teamwork and consistency
Escalate concerns appropriately and work closely with management to maintain safe practice
Contribute to a therapeutic, trauma-informed environment where relationships and individual needs are central
Work alongside the senior management team to support the home's development and prepare for Ofsted registration
Make use of the new bespoke operating system to support efficient, organised day-to-day working
Shift Pattern
Shifts expected to run from 9am to 9pm
Sleep-ins paid at £45 each, with approximately 8–10 per month
Rota to be confirmed, with options currently being considered:
2 days on / 4 days off
Four-week rolling rota
Final shift pattern to be discussed at interview
To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com .