Senior Residential Childcare Worker
Bottesford | Full-Time | Children’s Residential Care (EBD)
Salary & Benefits
- £35790 to £37770 OTE (including sleep-ins)
- Clear progression pathway to Deputy Manager
- Funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
- Alternate shift pattern: 2 days on / 4 days off
- Sleep-ins and on-call included
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Homes rated GOOD by Ofsted
About the Role
An experienced and passionate Senior Residential Childcare Worker is required for a Bottesford-based children’s residential home supporting young people aged 10–18 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and complex needs.
The role involves providing a safe, nurturing and structured environment that promotes positive emotional, social and developmental outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the home, lead shifts, mentor junior staff and deliver high-quality care in line with safeguarding and Ofsted standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality care and emotional support to children and young people
- Lead shifts and support the daily operation of the home
- Carry out key working sessions and build positive relationships
- Support young people with education, routines, hobbies and life skills
- Complete care plans, risk assessments and daily recordings
- Manage behaviours positively using therapeutic approaches
- Facilitate young people’s meetings and activities
- Delegate tasks and support team members during shifts
- Conduct shift debriefs and incident reviews
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive outcomes
RequirementsEssential
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in residential childcare
- Experience supporting children with EBD, learning difficulties or complex needs
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to remain calm, resilient and professional in challenging situations
Desirable
- Experience leading shifts or supervising staff
- Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Children’s Home Standards
- Experience completing risk assessments and care documentation
Skills & Attributes
- Passionate about improving outcomes for young people
- Reliable, caring and emotionally resilient
- Organised and confident leading shifts
- Committed to safeguarding and high standards of care
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Good domestic skills including cooking and cleaning
- Ability to support with personal care when required
Knowledge & Compliance
Good understanding of:
- Children’s Homes Regulations & Quality Standards 2015
- Safeguarding and child protection legislation
- Health & Safety legislation and guidance
- Ofsted standards and SSCIF framework
- Care planning and record keeping systems
- IT systems and electronic recording systems
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Childcare Worker looking to progress within children’s residential care while making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
PLEASE NOTE WOLF HEALTHCARE IS ACTING AS A RECRUITMENT AGENCY FOR THIS FULL TIME, PERMANENT POSITION, Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential, Bottesford
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,790.00-£37,770.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Experience:
- supervisory: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 3 C&YP WORKFORCE OR EQUIVALENT (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
