Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Posted 06 January 2026
Salary £30163.00 - £31688 per annum
LocationKeighley
Job type Permanent
Discipline Learning Disability & AutismMental Health (including CAMHS)
ReferenceBBBH430261_1767710241

Job description

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker2
Children's Residential Home
Keighley
Salary:
£30,163 - £31,688 per annum
Sleep-ins: 1-2 per week (up to £4,000 extra per year)
Welcome bonus: £500 (£250 on start, £250 after probation - for experienced seniors)
Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time, permanent)

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference?

This is a 2-bed children's home in Keighley supporting children aged 6-11 with social and emotional needs linked to trauma, neglect or adverse childhood experiences.

You'll help create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment from day one-acting as a positive role model, mentor and advocate. From everyday care and routines to activities like arts, cooking, swimming and community outings, you'll play a key role in helping children build confidence, resilience and healthy relationships.

The Role

  • Provide high-quality, trauma-informed care and support
  • Act as a role model and mentor to children
  • Support emotional wellbeing, routines and positive behaviour
  • Work collaboratively with families, carers and professionals
  • Promote positive outcomes and future stability (family or foster placements)

What's on Offer

  • Salary: £30,163 - £31,688 per annum
  • Sleep-ins: 1-2 per week (up to £4,000 extra per year)
  • Welcome bonus: £500 (£250 on start, £250 after probation - for experienced seniors)
  • Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time, permanent)
  • Pension and additional benefits

If you're resilient, compassionate and passionate about supporting children to thrive, we'd love to hear from you

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