Senior Residential Care Worker

Senior Residential Care Worker

Location: Worksop, Nottinghamshire Salary: £33,273.24 to £43,797.00 (includes payment for 2 sleep-ins per week, dependent on experience and based on either their 39-hour or 45-hour contract options)

About the Organisation

For over 110 years, the organisation has been helping children build a future. They provide homes, schools and therapeutic services for children and young people who have experienced trauma, adversity and disrupted relationships.

They focus on creating safe, nurturing and playful environments where young people can develop life skills, grow in confidence, enjoy new opportunities and feel a genuine sense of belonging.

About the Role

As a Senior Residential Care Worker, the postholder will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the home. They will lead by example, guide the team and help ensure high standards of care, safety and support for children and young people.

They will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Registered Manager, contributing to assessments, care planning and the delivery of consistent, high-quality support across the home.

This role includes working a rota and participating in sleep-in duties.

What Kind of Person They’re Looking For

The organisation is looking for someone who is confident, compassionate and committed to helping young people feel safe, understood and supported.

The successful candidate will be able to:

Lead and support colleagues as part of a collaborative team

Build trusting, positive relationships with young people

Stay calm, reflective and grounded in challenging situations

Guide others in trauma-informed practice and child-centred care

Communicate clearly and contribute to reports, records and assessments

Meet the practical demands of the role, including working a rota and participating in sleep-ins

Drive organisation vehicles to transport young people to activities and appointments

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Residential Care Worker, the postholder will:

Support the Registered Manager and Deputies with the day-to-day running of the home

Lead and guide the staff team to maintain high standards of care and safeguarding

Contribute to assessments, care planning and reviewing young people’s needs

Provide consistent support to young people during times of stress or crisis

Maintain a safe, nurturing and positive home environment

Ensure young people are informed, involved and supported in planning their lives

Communicate effectively with families, colleagues and external professionals

Essential Experience & Qualifications

The candidate will need to have:

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Proven experience working in a children’s residential setting

Experience leading or supporting groups of children or young people

Strong communication and teamwork skills

An understanding of trauma and the impact it can have on behaviour

A commitment to inclusive, child-centred practice

A full driving licence

What the Organisation Can Provide

28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 30 days after 3 years

Career development, including funded qualifications up to master’s level

Health cashback scheme (covering the employee and up to four children)

Pension scheme with up to 5% employer contributions

Wellbeing support through their Employee Assistance Programme

Access to retail, food and entertainment discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme and will writing service

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The organisation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. The children and young people they support come from many different backgrounds, and they believe their workforce should reflect and celebrate that diversity. They welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and lived experiences who share their commitment to helping children build brighter futures.

Sound Like a Match?

If a candidate is ready to lead by example, support young people through both challenge and achievement, and help create a safe and nurturing home environment, the organisation would welcome their application.

Please note: The organisation is committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment guidelines.