Senior Residential Childcare Worker – Children’s Home
£34,343–£38,019 total annual package
Base salary: £29,143–£32,819, depending on experience, qualifications and pay point
Full-time, permanent | 40 hours per week | Bognor Regis ( includes sleep ins and shift work)
Parkwood Care is looking for an experienced Residential Childcare Worker who is ready to take the next step—or an established Senior Residential Childcare Worker looking to join a genuinely child-centred organisation.
You will work within our three-bed children’s home, supporting young people aged 9–17 who experience social, emotional and mental health challenges. As a senior member of the team, you will lead shifts, guide and support colleagues and help create a safe, stable and nurturing home.
See what life at Parkwood Care is really like
Before applying, take a look at our social pages to meet our teams, see our homes and learn more about the experiences we create with our young people.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parkwoodcare/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parkwoodcare/
Follow us to get a genuine feel for our culture, values and approach to supporting young people.
Pay and enhancements
Our seven-point senior pay scale provides a clear route for salary progression:
- Base salary of £29,143–£32,819
- Total annual package of £34,343–£38,019
- The total package includes £5,200 in scheduled annual enhancements
- Starting pay point will reflect relevant experience and qualifications
- Annual pay reviews and clear opportunities for progression
About the role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading shifts and ensuring the home operates safely and effectively
- Providing consistent, relationship-based care to young people
- Supporting, guiding and acting as a positive role model for Residential Support Workers
- Contributing to care plans, risk assessments and placement planning
- Safeguarding young people and responding appropriately to concerns
- Supporting young people with routines, education, activities and independence
- Maintaining clear, accurate and professional records
- Working collaboratively with families, social workers, schools and other professionals
- Supporting the management team in maintaining high standards of care
- Promoting a positive culture in which young people and staff feel valued
About Parkwood Care
Parkwood Care is an established and growing provider with a strong commitment to relationship-based, child-centred care.
Our model focuses on providing young people with stability, continuity and clear plans for their future. Depending on the individual young person, this may include returning to their family, moving into foster care or preparing for independent living.
We believe children should be supported by adults they know and trust. We therefore place great importance on consistent relationships, staff development and creating homes that reflect positive family life.
What we offer
- 31 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
- Private healthcare
- Enhanced DBS check paid for by Parkwood Care
- Company pension scheme
- Comprehensive induction
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Ongoing supervision, development and support
- Clear career-progression pathways
- Staff welfare programme
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- A supportive and people-centred working environment
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has substantial experience supporting children in a residential care setting
- Understands safeguarding and the responsibilities involved in working within a children’s home
- Can confidently lead shifts and support other members of staff
- Is calm, resilient and able to respond positively to challenging situations
- Can build safe and appropriate relationships with young people
- Communicates clearly and maintains accurate records
- Is willing to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and scheduled sleep-ins
- Holds, or is working towards, the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent relevant qualification
- Can reliably commute to Bognor Regis
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Parkwood Care is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
This position is subject to safer-recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, employment-history verification and satisfactory references.
If you are ready to take greater responsibility while continuing to make a direct difference to young people’s lives, we would like to hear from you.
Job types: Full-time, Permanent
Work location: In person, Bognor Regis
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,342.63-£38,018.84 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bognor Regis PO21 2EU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Residential childrens home: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3/4 Residential Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person
