Acacia – Senior Support Worker
Pay: £30,680 – £34,320 per year
Job Description:
Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people in a brand-new home setting?
Acacia is a new three-bedroom children’s home based in Farnham, and the latest addition to Cameron and Cooper.
Acacia will provide a warm, welcoming and supportive environment to young people with emotional and behavioural challenges, offering a safe, therapeutic space to heal, grow, and thrive.
Cameron & Cooper Limited is a forward-thinking care provider, dedicated to empowering vulnerable young people across the UK. With homes and schools including Acacia, Cherry Blossom, The Beech House, Willow Lodge.
Key Responsibilities
- Create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
- Support and implement care plans and behaviour strategies
- Lead and participate in activities and outings
- Promote emotional wellbeing and independence
- Maintain accurate records and safeguarding logs
- Be a positive role model and team leader
What We’re Looking For
- NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare, or Health & Social Care, or equivalent
- Experience as a senior shift leader or similar role
- Strong understanding of care plans
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Compassion, flexibility, and a genuine desire to support young people
- 1+ year in a supervisory role in residential care (desirable)
Shift Patterns
Early: 7:30am–3:00pm
Late: 2:00pm–11:00pm
Long Day: 7:30am–11:00pm
Sleep-in shifts (emergency cover only) 11:00pm–7:30am paid at a flat rate of £50 per night
Benefits
- Competitive salary + Christmas bonus
- Mental health & wellbeing support (EAP)
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Glo save & Bright Exchange
- Casual dress, free parking
- £200 referral bonus
- Company events & care packages
- Pension scheme & increasing annual leave
Apply Now
If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people, and be a part of this amazing new home, then submit your CV and covering letter.
Let’s make a difference—together.
Cameron & Cooper Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
*We do not offer sponsorship or sponsorship changes*