Deputy Manager / Senior Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Support Worker / Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Care

Location: Earls Barton, Northampton, NN6

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Shifts: 8am-11pm - 1 day on, 2 days off 

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Support Worker/Deputy Manager to join our family-run children’s residential home in Earls Barton. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with complex needs, providing both hands-on care and leadership within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Support Worker/Deputy Manager based in Earls Barton, your daily duties will include:

Leading and supporting a small team of Residential Support Workers to deliver high-quality care.
Building positive, trusting relationships with young people to promote their welfare and independence.
Overseeing daily routines, activities, appointments, and individualised support plans.
Promoting safeguarding, dignity, and emotional wellbeing, while managing challenging behaviour with therapeutic approaches.
Contributing to care planning, risk assessments, and multi-agency meetings to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
Maintaining accurate records, reports, and documentation to support ongoing care and compliance.
Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the home, including household tasks and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Senior Support Worker/Deputy Manager, you will need:

NVQ/QCF Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare, or be working towards this qualification.
At least 2 years’ experience within a children’s residential care setting.
Experience supporting young people with ASC, mental health, emotional, or behavioural needs.
A good understanding of safeguarding and childcare legislation.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
Confidence and resilience to manage challenging situations.
A full UK driving licence.
A clean enhanced DBS check or willingness to complete the required checks.

Benefits & Work Environment:

Paid Christmas party and extra annual leave for your birthday.
Company pension scheme.
Paid face-to-face training and ongoing professional development.
Performance-based bonuses, including annual appraisal, probation, and Ofsted bonuses.
Referral bonus scheme.
Overtime rate of £2.50 extra per hour after 160 hours per month.
Sleep-in payments at £60 per night.
Employment assistance scheme.

If you are a qualified Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager looking for an exciting new role in Earls Barton, apply today! Join us and help young people develop confidence, independence, and skills for a brighter future.

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