Every child deserves a loving home – help us to make this happen
CCP is seeking to operate Children's Homes to provide safe, stable and high-quality residential care for children and young people, in partnership with Swindon Borough Council. We are looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to work alongside our Responsible Individual, Registered Manager and Deputy Manager in building this exciting project from the ground up. This is a great opportunity to help us shape the home from the beginning, ensuring it is person-centred, trauma-informed, and committed to providing outstanding care. CCP has over 35 years of experience delivering high-quality services, and we will be building on our three Ofsted supported accommodation registrations to help ensure that children who need care in Swindon have a home locally.
In your role you will:
- Play a key role in the day-to-day care of children and young people within the home
- Be a positive role model, providing guidance and support to the team
- Help to ensure the delivery of high-quality, nurturing care
- Help to ensure the home is meeting Ofsted Quality standards
- Promote a culture where children's voices are central to all decision making
- Promote a home environment that supports study, learning and personal growth
- Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager by providing visible, confident and accountable leadership of the home
We are looking for someone with:
- Experience working with children, young people and families
- Strong understanding of contextual safeguarding
- Good knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards
- Flexibility with regards to the rota and the changing needs of the children and young people
- A relevant qualification in Residential Childcare and a commitment to ongoing professional development
- A full UK driving licence and access to their own transport
No two days are the same, and the work you will do is truly going to make a difference. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children- providing stability, care, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.
Please read the job description and person specification for further insights. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Holly Doubler - holly.doubler@ccp.org.uk / 07566 770149, or Pamela Zukowska - pam.zukowska@ccp.org.uk / 07739 857725 **strictly no agencies**
Key Benefits
- Enhanced annual leave, with an extra day per year of service (capped at 30 days)
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Enhanced sick pay
- Life Assurance Cover
- Free subscription to Benenden Healthcare or Perkbox
- 45p business mileage^
- In-house Workplace Welfare Manager
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Supportive Senior Leadership Team, Responsible Individual and Trustees, who will support your performance and growth
About Us
Established in 1989, CCP is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family breakdown and social exclusion. Over the years, we've made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset and Devon.
CCP is committed to your progression. With comprehensive training, a range of benefits and a welcoming workplace, you'll join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. We're an Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
We look for people who embody our SPIRIT values:
- Showing gratitude and appreciation of others
- Demonstrating personal and professional pride
- Integrity is everything
- Reflect and learn
- Continuous improvement
- Take your best self wherever you go
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Senior Residential Support Worker (Job ID 1088)
Hours: Full-time is 35 hours per week, with on call cover as needed
Contract: Permanent
Location: Wiltshire
Pay: £28,988 per annum (Band C), plus an additional £65 per sleep shift completed
Closing Date: 31st May 2026 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use.
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