Senior Support Worker - Children

  • JM Workforce Services
  • City, Birmingham
  • Jan 31, 2026
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker

Location: Birmingham, B1

Salary: £12.65 - £14.59 p/h (sleep-ins paid separately)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Make a real difference in children s lives!

The organisation specialises in delivering exceptional residential care for children and young people with complex needs. United by a shared vision, they are committed to ensuring every child experiences the childhood they deserve one enriched with joy, laughter, meaningful friendships, and opportunities for exploration and growth.

You will be valued and celebrated for your individual talents and achievements, while becoming part of a supportive, inclusive team where belonging truly matters. This empowering environment encourages you to bring your whole self to work your unique perspective, personality, and passion.

About the Role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you ll:

  • Lead shifts and provide hands-on care, guidance, and support to children and young people.

  • Act as a positive role model, inspiring both the children and your team.

  • Deliver individual care plans, ensuring each child s needs are understood and met.

  • Keep accurate records, including daily logs, incident reports, and safeguarding documentation.

  • Support and mentor the care team, helping them develop their skills.

  • Contribute to creating a nurturing, high-quality home environment in line with Ofsted standards.

About You

To thrive in this role, you ll need:

  • Experience in children s residential care, including managing challenging behaviours.

  • Leadership experience or the ability to supervise and guide a team (desirable).

  • A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

  • A Full UK Driving Licence.

  • Availability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and regular sleep-ins.

What We Offer

We value our staff and are committed to supporting you both professionally and personally:

  • Competitive salary

  • Performance and loyalty bonuses

  • Regular salary reviews

  • Generous annual leave entitlement

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Comprehensive induction and therapeutic training

  • Clear career progression pathways

If this particular role isn t the right fit for you, JM Workforce works closely with a variety of Children s Home providers across your local area and may be able to offer alternative opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.

Our team offers honest guidance and in-depth knowledge of the sector, supporting you to make well-informed decisions about your next career move.

We welcome your application and look forward to hearing from you. Should you encounter any difficulties during the application process, please reach out through our website or by giving me a call on (phone number removed).