SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER CHILDREN at Caring Steps Ltd, Wolverhampton

** £1500 WELCOME BONUS (£500 IN YOUR FIRST PAYSLIP PLUS ADDITIONAL £1000 ON COMPLETION OF PROBATION PERIOD - subject to t&c - ) *** only in Nov 2026 ***

Senior Residential Support Worker

Be part of the founding team for our brand new Children Residential Service based in Wolverhampton.

Salary £13.40-£14.50 per hour + £65 per sleep.

Approximate yearly salary including sleep £34,500 - £37,000 per annum*

Rota: 2 days on 4 days off

We are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Residential Support Workers to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the service at the very beginning and help create a home that is safe, nurturing and an aspirational environment for every child/young person.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead shifts and provide guidance to the staff team

- Ensure consistent, child‑centred care and positive routines

- Support behaviour management using trauma‑informed approaches

- Oversee safeguarding, recording and compliance

- Act as a role model for best practice

- Contribute to the development of the home, policies and routines

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in children’s residential care or similar setting
• Strong leadership skills and confidence in decision‑making
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities
• Commitment to safeguarding, professional standards and reflective practice

Training and Development

· Full induction and onboarding

· All mandatory training provided

· Trauma‑informed practice and behaviour support training

· Opportunities to complete Level 3/4/5 qualifications

· Leadership development for those wanting to progress

· Regular supervision, reflective sessions and coaching

· Access to specialist training as the home develops

Reasons to work with us:

A Team That Cares. A Home That Inspires. A Career That Grows.

Working in our brand‑new home isn’t just a job it’s a chance to shape something meaningful from day one. We are building a service rooted in compassion, consistency and high standards, and we want staff who feel proud of the difference they make.Below is what you can expect when you join us.

Our Culture

· Child‑centred practice at the heart of everything

· Warm, supportive leadership with open communication

· A team that values kindness, professionalism and resilience

· A home where staff feel heard, appreciated and empowered

· A commitment to reflective practice, learning and continuous improvement

Your pay and rewards

· Competitive hourly rates

- Senior Residential Support Worker: £13.40 – £14.50 per hour

· £65 per sleep‑in

· 2 days on / 4 days off rota for excellent work–life balance

· Enhanced rates for additional responsibilities and progression

Wellbeing and Support

Your wellbeing matters. We provide:

· A supportive, approachable management team

· A culture where staff can speak openly about stress or challenges

· Debriefs and emotional support after incidents

· A safe, stable rota pattern that protects rest and recovery

· A team that genuinely looks out for one another

Meaningful Work

You will be part of a home that:

· Supports children aged 8–17 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties

· Provides safety, stability and nurturing relationships

· Helps young people build confidence, independence and hope

· Celebrates achievements and creates positive memories

· Makes a real difference every single day

Be Part of something new

Joining us now means being part of the founding team — shaping culture, routines, expectations and the future of the home. Your ideas, your voice and your passion will help build a service that children and staff feel proud of.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Paid training