Job Title: Senior Residential Care Worker
Location: Bradford, BD9 6SL
Salary: £14.90 per hour + £3,000 welcome bonus
Hourly Rate: £14.90 per hour + an additional £5.00 per hour where applicable
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 160 hours per month
Employment Type: Permanent
Sleep-ins: Paid at £45 per sleep
Service: Children's Residential Home
Service Users: Children and young people aged 8–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young People's Workforce
Experience Required: Previous experience working within an Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home
Number of beds: 4
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established four-bed children's home supporting young people aged 8–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The home provides a safe, structured and nurturing environment where children are supported to overcome adversity, build resilience, and achieve positive long-term outcomes.
We are looking for experienced, resilient and compassionate Senior Residential Care Workers who are passionate about improving the lives of children and young people.
As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you will support the leadership team with the day-to-day running of the home, mentor Residential Support Workers, lead shifts, and ensure children receive safe, consistent and high-quality care.
You will be confident managing challenging behaviours, building trusting relationships, promoting positive routines, and helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need to achieve positive outcomes.
Company type/size: Established children's residential care provider
Number of homes: Multiple services
Future plans: Continued growth and investment in children's residential services
Other services: Children's Residential Care
This is an opportunity to join a provider committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care within a supportive and well-led environment where both children and staff are encouraged to thrive.
Excellent opportunities to progress into Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Registered Manager positions as the organisation continues to grow.
Ongoing specialist training
Continuous professional development
Support with further qualifications and career progression
£3,000 welcome bonus
Competitive hourly rate
Additional £5.00 per hour where applicable
£45 per sleep-in
Ongoing training and professional development
Excellent career progression opportunities
Providing safe, stable and nurturing homes where children can recover from trauma, build resilience, and achieve positive outcomes.
A supportive, collaborative and child-focused working environment where staff are valued, developed and empowered to provide outstanding care.
You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have access to a car.
You only hold a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (this is not considered equivalent).
You require sponsorship or are currently on a visa requiring sponsorship.
You have only worked within Healthcare, NHS, CQC-regulated services or Nurseries.
Individuals with only CQC experience and/or who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join a dedicated residential care team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today by clicking the Apply button or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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