Senior Support Worker

Overview

Location:

Ormiston, EH35

Contract:

Temporary, Full Time 40 hours per week
Salary: £17.29 per hour - 40 hours per week - 6 month secondment
Closing Date:
Friday 30 January 2026

Location:

Ormiston, EH35
Pay: £17.29 per hour, 40 hours per week, 6 month secondment

New Year, New Career — Become a Senior Support Worker in Children’s Residential Care. At Spark of Genius, you’re not just working - you’re shaping futures. Furthermore as a Senior Support Worker every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported.

A simple "How was your day?", a shared laugh over a board game or encouragement during a tough moment - these small interactions build trust and shape lives. Some days will be challenging but every breakthrough, every smile and every step forward will remind you why this work truly matters.

As a Senior Support Worker you will support young people with their daily routines; getting them ready for school, prepping for meal times and planning activities.

• Supervise and mentor a team of Support Workers
• Ensure our children receive the highest level of support
• Support home management team with timely updates
• Promote individuality NOT a "one size fits all" approach
• Monitoring of care plans and producing reports for the managers
• Create a warm, homely environment by helping with light housekeeping
• Build strong, meaningful relationships and provide emotional support
• Plan and join fun activities like trips to the park, popcorn & movie nights or creative projects

Oaklea is more than just a place to live - It's a safe, nurturing environment where young people can heal, grow and begin to thrive. What makes our home unique and inviting isn't just the physical space, but the warmth, compassion and consistency that fill it. Every room is designed to feel like home, with familiar comforts, personalised touches and spaces that promote both independence and connection.

What truly sets us apart is the atmosphere we've built - a sense of family, belonging and unconditional support. Our culture is grounded in respect, empathy and understanding. We don't just care for young people - we invest in them. We celebrate their individuality, their culture and their potential.

The young people we support are the heart of everything we do. They come to us with unique experiences, strengths and aspirations. Many have faced significant challenges, yet they show incredible resilience and courage every day. We see beyond their trauma - we see their creativity, their dreams and their ability to thrive when given the right support.

We work hard to ensure each young person feels seen, heard and valued. We build relationships based on trust, consistency and patience. And we never give up on them - because we know they are worth every effort.

Our team is the foundation of our home. Every member brings compassion, professionalism and shared commitment to making a difference. We come together with one goal:
To provide the best possible care for our young people.

Collaboration is at the heart of how we work. We communicate openly, support each other through challenges and celebrate the small victories that matter so much. Whether it's a quiet conversation after a tough day or a team debrief to reflect and improve, we stand together - and our ability to lift each other up, just as we list our young people in our care.

Together, we create a space where everyone - Young people & Staff alike - Can feel safe, supported and empowered to move forwards.

We're looking for people who genuinely care and want to make that difference. Warm, patient, a great listener and encourager - focused on achieving outcomes for others. Taking pride in knowing you are helping to shape someone's life for the better.

• You'll have a minimum of 2 years in a similar role within children's residential
• Working Knowledge of legislation in relation to child care including National Care Standards and Child protection
• Manual UK driving licence is essential
• Experience of supporting team members
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
• Ability to cover shifts flexibly

• Competitive rates of pay
• £500 Welcome Bonus on completion of successful probation period
• £1000 Refer A Friend scheme
• Support to progress within the company
• PVG cost covered by company
• A genuine home from home with a friendly team

Simply use the Apply Now button and we will be in touch with you soon. This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today!

Care Tech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.