This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Care Worker ready to step into a senior role, or an existing Senior looking for genuine career progression within a supportive and expanding organisation.
About the Role
You will play a key role in supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, ensuring they receive high-quality, consistent, and nurturing care within a safe residential setting.
Working as part of a strong, multidisciplinary team, you will help create a stable and supportive environment that promotes positive outcomes and long-term development for each young person.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and guide the care team to meet the individual needs of young people
* Deliver direct, therapeutic support to children and young people
* Work collaboratively with external professionals to achieve the best outcomes
* Provide supervision and support to staff in line with regulatory standards
* Lead and contribute to Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings (Clinical & Education)
* Support the Deputy and Registered Manager in achieving service objectives
* Uphold safeguarding standards and promote a positive, nurturing environment
Requirements
* Level 3 or 4 in Residential Child Care (essential)
* Minimum 1 year supervisory experience (essential)
* Minimum 1 year experience supporting young people in residential care (essential)
* Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
* Minimum age: 21 years
Desirable:
* Level 5 in Residential Child Care
* DBS on the Update Service
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary including sleep-in payments (£65 per sleep, approx. 2 per week)
* Overtime premium rates
* Structured rota (typically 2 days on, 4 days off)
* Comprehensive induction & ongoing training
* Fully funded Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
* Clear progression pathway to Deputy Manager / Registered Manager
* Pension scheme & health/wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free meals on shift
* Access to 200+ training courses
* DBS paid for
* Generous annual leave (217.5 hours inclusive of bank holidays)
Salary description
£36500.00 - £38500.00 per year