We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to join a newly registered second home in Hale Barns.
Led by an experienced Registered Manager, this is an opportunity to join a service with strong foundations, clear leadership and a genuine commitment to providing stable, nurturing care for children and young people.
This role offers the chance to contribute to a growing service while being part of a supportive team environment where development, consistency and positive outcomes are prioritised.
About the Role:
As a Senior Residential Child Care Worker, you will:
• Lead shifts and support the safe and effective running of the home
• Provide guidance, mentoring and day-to-day support to Residential Child Care Workers
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Deliver trauma-informed, child-centred care and support
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and key working responsibilities
• Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes in education, independence and wellbeing
• Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding standards
• Work alongside the Registered Manager to maintain high standards of care and practice
What Makes This Opportunity Different:
• Join a newly registered second home with experienced leadership already in place
• Be part of a provider focused on stability, development and sustainable growth
• Work within a supportive leadership structure where guidance is available when needed
• Have opportunities to contribute ideas and help shape practice as the service develops
• Join a team that values relationships, consistency and long-term outcomes for children
About You:
Experience & Qualifications:
• Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or working towards
• Experience working within a children's residential care setting
• Confidence leading shifts and supporting colleagues
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Experience contributing to care planning and positive behaviour support
• Full UK Driving Licence desirable
Personal Qualities:
• Emotionally resilient and reflective
• Calm and consistent in your approach
• Child-focused and values-led
• Able to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals
• Committed to helping children achieve positive outcomes
Shift Pattern:
• Day 1: 10:00am to 11:00pm plus sleep-in
• Day 2: 7:30am to 10:30am
• Two days off before the pattern repeats
Salary & Benefits:
• Basic salary of £30,000 per annum
• Sleep-in payment of £50 per night
• Paid on-call rota at £30 per on-call
• Typical annual earnings exceed £35,000 per annum depending on sleep-in and on-call participation
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for progression as the organisation grows
• Company pension scheme
Why Join:
This is an opportunity to join a provider that understands the importance of supporting and developing its team. As the organisation grows, there will be opportunities to progress, develop your skills and play an active role in shaping a positive environment for children and young people.
How to Apply:
Contact us on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further
Salary description
£30000.00 - £34500.00 per year