Children's Senior Residential Care Worker

Job Title: Childrens Senior Residential Care Worker Location: Shropshire Salary: Up to 36,122 per year (including sleep-ins) Contract: Full-time | Permanent Shift Pattern: 2-on / 3-off (with sleep-ins) A leading childrens residential care provider is seeking experienced Senior Residential Care Workers to support and guide young people aged 818. If youre confident, compassionate, and ready to step into a leadership role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. This organisation is committed to providing outstanding, integrated care and education to help vulnerable and complex young people reach their full potential. Full training, development, and career progression opportunities are available, including support toward management qualifications. About the Role As a Senior Residential Care Worker , you will play a key role in creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment while also supporting the Registered Manager with leadership responsibilities. Key responsibilities include: Being a positive role model for staff and young people Providing direct care and support to children with complex emotional and behavioural needs Leading shifts and maintaining high-quality care standards Managing routines including meals, education, and personal development Completing documentation, risk assessments, and behaviour management plans Supervising and mentoring staff Working with external professionals such as social workers and educators Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards What Were Looking For Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential) Experience in childrens residential care (essential) Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach Full UK manual driving licence (own vehicle preferred; company vehicles provided for transporting children) Commitment to continuous professional development and safeguarding best practice Whats on Offer Competitive salary up to 36,122 per year (including sleep-ins) Free holiday home getaways in various UK locations Meals provided while on shift Enhanced bank holiday pay (time and a half on UK holidays) Clear career progression opportunities Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, and beyond Fully paid 2-week induction , plus ongoing training and development, including Level 5 qualification Access to wellbeing and mental health support Join a trusted provider rated GOOD or OUTSTANDING by Ofsted TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-12-12