Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgscare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential services provider in Nottinghamshire seeks a dedicated Senior Residential Care Worker. Responsibilities include leading shifts and supporting children with complex needs. Candidates should have 2+ years in residential care and a Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care. The role offers competitive pay, progression opportunities, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

NEST pension scheme

224 hours annual leave

£250 probation bonus after 6 months

£400 refer-a-friend bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Psychological support and wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a children's residential home.
• Understanding of trauma and challenging behaviours.
• Must be 21 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Lead and organise shifts to ensure safety and support.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals.
• Create nurturing and safe environments for children.

Skills

Experience with children’s residential care

Leadership abilities

Strong safeguarding knowledge

Communication and reporting skills

Compassion and resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Residential Care Worker

Location: Various locations across Nottinghamshire

Salary: From £36,753.60 per year (based on experience and including 8 sleep-ins per month. Additional sleep-ins paid at £62.40 per sleep)

Working Hours: Full-time, rota-based shifts

Number of Sleeps Required: 8 per month (additional available)

Pay Per Sleep: £62.40

Service: Children’s Home

Service Users: YPs with EBD, trauma, and challenging behaviours

Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care (or equivalent)

Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years in a children’s residential home

Employment Type: Permanent

🏡 The Home

• Number of Beds: Varies across homes

• Location: Nottinghamshire

• Type of YPs: EBD, trauma, challenging behaviours

• Ofsted Rating: Varies across homes

• Ratio of staff to children: High staffing ratios to ensure safety, support, and positive outcomes

👤 Who we are looking for…

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Residential Care Worker who is ready to take the next step in their career. The ideal candidate will:

• Have at least 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential home

• Be confident leading and organising shifts

• Understand how to support children and young people who have experienced trauma and display challenging behaviours

• Demonstrate strong safeguarding knowledge and the ability to work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals

• Possess excellent communication, reporting, and recording skills

• Be compassionate, patient, and resilient, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care

• Be 21 years or over

🏢 Who you will be working for…

You will be joining a growing and established provider of children’s residential services, operating multiple homes across Nottinghamshire. This organisation is committed to creating nurturing, stable, and safe environments where children can flourish.

• Company Size: Medium-sized, dedicated to quality over quantity

• Number of Homes: Multiple homes across the region

• Future Plans: Continued expansion and development of services to support more children and young people

• Other Services: Therapeutic support, education, and outreach programmes

🌟 Why this Home & Company…

This organisation is deeply committed to the care, development, and well-being of children and young people. They believe that every child deserves a safe place to call home and the opportunity to thrive.

• 📈 Progression Opportunities: Clear pathways to Deputy Manager and Registered Manager roles

• 🎓 Qualification Opportunities: Funded qualifications relevant to your career progression

• 💡 Benefits:

  • NEST pension scheme

  • 224 hours annual leave

  • £250 probation bonus after 6 months

  • £400 refer-a-friend bonus

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Blue Light Card (paid for)

  • Ofsted bonus (£100 for Good, £200 for Outstanding)

  • Psychological support and wellbeing programmes

  • Quarterly sickness bonus

  • Monthly staff recognition awards

  • Additional annual leave bonuses at 2 and 5 years

• 💙 Ethos: Child-centred, trauma-informed, and outcomes-focused

• 🤝 Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement

⚠️ Important Information

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car.

• You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care – this is not deemed equivalent.

• You have only worked in healthcare, NHS, CQC, or nursery settings.

• You require sponsorship – sponsorship is not available.

Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted-registered children’s home will not be considered.

📩 How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today.

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

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Sponsorship is not available.