{"id":64225,"date":"2026-09-26T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.desiblitz.com\/jobs\/job\/senior-support-worker\/"},"modified":"2026-09-26T19:27:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-26T18:27:25","slug":"senior-support-worker","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.desiblitz.com\/jobs\/job\/senior-support-worker\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior Support Worker"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Senior Support Worker<\/p>\n<p>Residential Care <\/p>\n<p>Location: Melksham<\/p>\n<p>Contract: Full Time &#8211; Perm<\/p>\n<p>Salary: \u00a330,008 &#8211; \u00a334,058 plus overtime and benefits<\/p>\n<p>Are you an experienced childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is looking for a committed Senior Support Worker to join their residential home in Melksham, supporting young people aged 15-17 to overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.<\/p>\n<p>The Role<\/p>\n<p>As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where young people can thrive. 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