Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home

Description:

About the Role
Affinity Staff Limited is seeking experienced Senior Residential Support Workers to take on shift leadership agency roles within Ofsted-registered residential homes for young people across Solihull and the wider West Midlands.
As a Senior Support Worker on shift, you will lead floor routines, mentor junior staff, oversee care plan implementation, and ensure regulatory compliance during your assignment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead shifts effectively, delegating duties and ensuring handovers and routines run smoothly.
* Provide direct therapeutic care and emotional guidance to young people with complex behavioral and emotional needs.
* Handle crisis interventions and manage challenging incidents using accredited de-escalation techniques.
* Support floor staff with guidance, debriefs, and quality assurance on shift documentation.
* Liaise with social workers, educational staff, guardians, and multidisciplinary external agencies.
* Oversee medication administration and ensure full alignment with Ofsted guidelines and home policies.
About You
* Essential: Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).
* Minimum 2 years of experience working in an Ofsted-registered children’s residential home, including senior or shift-lead responsibilities.
* Proven leadership abilities with strong conflict resolution and crisis management skills.
* Valid Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
* Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or prepared to undergo a new check).
What’s on Offer
* Premium Agency Rates: High hourly rates paid weekly with enhanced weekend/night pay and sleep-in bonuses.
* Block Bookings Available: Opportunity for consistent, pre-booked shift patterns across key client homes.
* Professional Support: Ongoing support from dedicated social care recruitment specialists.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now if you are an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker looking for high-paying with flexible agency work or contact the Affinity Staff recruitment team to get registered immediately