Senior Residential Support Worker

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Location: Matlock
Job Description:

Children’s Residential Home Derbyshire26,800 per annum + Sleep-In Payments + Overtime Opportunities

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Residential Childcare Career?

Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a growing children’s residential care provider seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join their team.

This is an opportunity to combine hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, helping to create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. You’ll play a key role in supporting positive outcomes while helping to guide and develop the wider team.

The Role

As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:

  • Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the home
  • Provide high-quality, child-centred care and emotional support
  • Support children to develop confidence, independence and life skills
  • Mentor and support Residential Support Workers on shift
  • Promote safeguarding and safe working practices
  • Contribute to care planning and positive outcomes for young people

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

  • Experience within a children’s residential care setting
  • Senior RSW experience, or the ambition to step into a senior role
  • Strong safeguarding knowledge and professional judgement
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
  • A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

What’s In It For You?

  • 26,800 annual salary
  • Sleep-in payments
  • Overtime opportunitiesFunded training and qualifications
  • Clear career progression opportunities
  • Supportive and experienced management team

Why Join?

  • Make a lasting difference to children’s lives
  • Develop your leadership skills and career
  • Join a growing organisation committed to quality care
  • Be part of a supportive and child-focused team

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Posted: October 2nd, 2026