Residential Social Care Worker

Job Details

Salary: £30,024 – £33,699 per annum

Type of vacancy: Permanent

Work pattern: Full Time including some weekends

Hours per week: 37

Work Base: The Big House, Edwinstowe, NG21 9QA

Working Arrangements: Office Based

Competency Framework: Tier 7a

Number of posts: 2

Interview date: 14/01/2026

Closing date: 05 January 2026 23:55

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this \’Our Nottinghamshire Approach\’.

Responsibilities

As a Residential Social Care Worker, your main duties will include:

• Providing high-quality care and support to children with intellectual disabilities.
• Meeting the physical, emotional, and health care needs of the children.
• Engaging in activities that promote their development and well‑being.
• Working collaboratively with team members to create a safe and supportive environment.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to care plans.
• Participating in shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in a residential setting or school.
• Experience supporting children or adults with learning difficulties.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

Soft Skills

• A caring and compassionate approach to working with children.
• Resilience in handling challenging situations, both physically and emotionally.
• Strong teamwork skills, contributing positively to a collaborative environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of children and the team.

Working Hours and Benefits

• Early shifts: 6:30/7 am – 3:00 pm
• Late shifts: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
• A rota system, working two weekends out of three, with a 12‑week advance schedule for planning.

We offer generous enhancements for shift work, including additional pay for hours worked after 8 pm, weekends, and bank holidays. This can significantly increase your annual earnings.

Organisation Benefits

• A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive environment that encourages personal growth.
• A chance to be part of a community‑focused organisation that truly cares.

Additional Information

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.

A job share scheme is available for all full‑time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

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NCC will not offer sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.