Senior Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Residential Care Worker
Location: Various locations across Nottinghamshire
Salary: From 36753.60 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: Childrens Home
Service Users: YPs with EBD trauma and challenging behaviours
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Diploma in Childrens Residential Care (or equivalent)
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years in a childrens 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 childrens 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 Childrens Residential Care

• Be 21 years or over

Who you will be working for

You will be joining a growing and established provider of childrens 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 childrens 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.

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