At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead shifts, support staff, and empower young people to develop life skills.
- Company: Established provider with a focus on supporting children in a nurturing environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, and genuine career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a supportive team within Ofsted-rated Good services.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: 12 months' experience in residential childcare and Level 3 qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 15.03 - 15.03 £ per hour.
Location: Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £31,259 - £36,044 per annum (£15.03 per hour)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join a well-established provider supporting children and young people within two Ofsted-rated Good children's homes in Newark-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare professional looking to progress their career within a supportive and rewarding environment.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing shifts and supporting Residential Support Workers
- Acting as a positive role model for young people
- Supporting children and young people to develop life skills and independence
- Encouraging engagement with education, personal development, and activities
- Monitoring and managing behaviours positively and proactively
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Creating and delivering engaging activities
- Supporting staff development and performance
- Working in line with safeguarding, regulatory, and legislative requirements
Shift Pattern
- Double sleep-in shifts
- 7:30am – 10:30pm followed by a sleep-in
- 3-week rolling rota
- One Saturday worked, one Sunday worked, and one weekend off within the rota cycle
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 12 months' experience in residential childcare
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Ability to lead shifts and support staff effectively
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and children's residential care standards
- Applicants must be aged 21 or over
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits
- Salary up to £36,044 per annum
- Small, supportive home environments
- Opportunity to work in Ofsted-rated Good services
- Ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities
- Rewarding role making a genuine difference to young people's lives
Contact Details:
Service Care Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Residential Support Worker
Leadership Skills
Experience in Residential Childcare
Understanding of Safeguarding
Ability to Support Staff Development
Behaviour Management
Life Skills Development
Engagement with Education
