Residential Care Worker

Residential Care Worker
Location: Worksop
Salary: £30,221.88 – £34,405.80 per annum (dependent on experience and hours – 39 or 45 hour contracts available, inclusive of 2 sleep-ins per week)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: Rotational, including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins

I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established provider of care and education for children and young people who have experienced significant challenges in their lives. This organisation is known for delivering holistic, child-centred support that enables young people to grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually.

The Role

We are seeking a committed and resilient Residential Care Worker to support the social, emotional, and educational development of children and young people in a residential care setting. You will be instrumental in fostering a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where each child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to young people.
• Implement and review individual care and education plans.
• Support the development of social skills, healthy attachments, and positive behaviours.
• Work collaboratively with education staff, therapists, and external professionals.
• Participate in activities, outings, and learning sessions both within the home and the community.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.
• Engage in ongoing professional training, including PMCB (behaviour management).

About You

• Experience working with children or young people in a residential, education, or similar care setting is preferred.
• A calm, compassionate, and resilient approach to challenging behaviour.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

What\’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Generous sleep-in allowances.
• Full induction and ongoing professional development.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to progress.
• The chance to make a real and lasting impact in the lives of young people.

Please do not hesitate to get in contact.

0118 948 5555