Senior Residential Support Worker X 3

About The Role Are you ready to take the next step/new leap in your career in residential children’s care? Are you looking for a fresh new start? Join a brand new team where you will be supporting our children and young people, helping them to build trusted relationships. We want people who bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to their work – creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and coping strategies. You will support them in engaging with meaningful activities and education, help them manage emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate complex family dynamics. This role offers a balance between direct work with children and young people and contributing to the development of the team. It is an exciting opportunity to shape, develop and manage a brand-new Ofsted‑regulated Children’s Home in Hounslow. You will be a stepping‑stone to greater leadership, supported by training, supervision, and a personalised development plan, paving the way for future progression. We’re opening a purpose‑built six‑bedroom residential children’s home (Bedfont Lane) early next year, designed to support Looked‑After Children with complex and challenging behavioural needs. As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, standards, and success of this home from day one. About The Team You’ll Be Working In The Children’s Safeguarding and Specialist Services team is dedicated to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. Its purpose is to provide safe, nurturing, and high‑quality care environments that support children’s development, emotional wellbeing, and long‑term outcomes. You'll be joining a newly formed, forward‑thinking residential care team committed to delivering high‑quality, child‑centred care. Led by the Residential Group Manager, the team includes: Residential Manager Deputy Managers Senior Residential Support Workers Residential Support Workers A Chef/Cook A Handyperson A Domestic Cleaner Together, you’ll work collaboratively to uphold the highest standards of care, guided by Hounslow’s values and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015. The team is passionate about safeguarding, inclusion, and empowering children and young people to achieve their full potential. You’ll also work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families to ensure holistic support and continuity of care. This Team Plays a Vital Role In Delivering statutory care and safeguarding responsibilities. Ensuring compliance with national regulations and Ofsted standards. Creating tailored care plans that reflect each child’s individual needs and aspirations. The impact of this work is significant for children and young people: stable, supportive relationships; improved life chances; and a sense of belonging within their communities. About You You bring compassion, resilience, and commitment to everything you do. You understand the challenges faced by children and young people in care, and you’re passionate about helping them feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. You may already have experience in residential childcare or supporting young people with complex needs, or you may be looking to take the next step in your career with a role that truly makes a difference. You're confident working in a fast‑paced, emotionally demanding environment, not afraid to step up during a crisis, and a natural communicator. You're organised, reliable, and committed to safeguarding and professional standards. You’re flexible, willing to work a rota that includes sleep‑ins, weekends, and varied shifts. You’re open to learning, reflective in your practice, and eager to grow through training and development. Above all, you believe in the power of care, connection, and consistency, and you want to be part of a team building something special for Hounslow’s children and young people. Essential For The Role Enhanced DBS check is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact Interviews for this role will take place throughout January 2026 as part of a wider recruitment campaign to build a brand‑new team for the opening of our residential children’s home in Hounslow. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch as soon as possible to arrange an interview time. Please be mindful that multiple roles are being interviewed during this period, so scheduling may take a little longer than usual, but rest assured, we’ll coordinate everything smoothly. #J-18808-Ljbffr