Senior residential childcare worker

Virtual Bridges, Inc.; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care home provider in Salisbury is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Worker to provide support for vulnerable children. You will build trusting relationships, promote emotional wellbeing, and oversee daily routines while ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards. Ideal candidates should have QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce and experience in residential care.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Rewarding role

Qualifications

• Experience in residential childcare required.
• Confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Committed to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with children.
• Support emotional wellbeing and behavioural challenges.
• Promote education and positive social development.
• Oversee daily routines and activities.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding standards.

Skills

Calm and resilient

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Education

QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent

Job description

Senior Residential Childcare Worker

Children's Home

Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary & Hours

• £14.90 per hour
• Overtime paid at £19.90 per hour
• 160 hours per month, full-time contract
• Minimum 4 sleep‑in shifts per month at £65 per shift

Estimated annual salary: £28,500 to £32,000 (including basic hours and regular sleep‑ins)

Job Overview

We are looking for a passionate Senior Residential Childcare Worker to join our team at a brand new 4‑bed children’s home in Salisbury. You'll be working with vulnerable children and young people, many of whom have experienced trauma, neglect, or disrupted family lives. Your role is vital in providing a safe, supportive, and stable environment they need to begin healing, develop life skills, and grow in confidence.

This is more than just a job - you will be a trusted adult, role model, and consistent presence in their lives. From helping with daily routines and education to encouraging hobbies and healthy relationships, you'll support each young person in reaching their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with children and young people based on respect and consistency.
• Support with emotional wellbeing, behavioural challenges, and therapeutic care plans.
• Promote education, independence, and positive social development.
• Oversee daily routines including meals, activities, and appointments.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
• Ensure the home meets all safeguarding and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• QCF Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent.
• Experience in residential childcare.
• Calm, resilient, and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Committed to providing high-quality care and helping young people thrive.

What We Offer

• A supportive, values-driven team environment.
• Ongoing training and clear opportunities for career development.
• A deeply rewarding role where you make a real and lasting difference.

Contact

Call Louise on 0117 948 6300 or 07929 947 606 to find out more.