Location: Chorlton
Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 per annum + £50 per sleep
Contract Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Children’s Residential Care Worker to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in providing a positive and therapeutic environment for children aged 8–17 with complex behavioural and emotional needs.

Working closely with the Registered Care Home Manager, you will lead and mentor a team of care staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support that enables children to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in implementing the home’s objectives and evaluating ongoing service improvements.
• Act as a positive role model, providing direct support to young people and fostering their independence.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager in their absence.
• Oversee the implementation of each child’s placement plan, ensuring it is effectively followed.
• Collaborate with professionals and parents/carers to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
• Conduct staff supervisions and contribute to their professional development.
• Ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment.
• Promote community engagement, enabling young people to participate in local activities.

Shift Pattern

• 2 days on, 4 days off rolling rota, including sleep-ins.
• Opportunities for overtime with enhanced pay rates.

Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a residential care setting with young people displaying challenging behaviour.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or management role.

Qualifications:

• Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce (Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards).
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and safeguarding practices.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a therapeutic and child-centred environment.
• Full manual UK driving licence (essential).

Benefits

Financial Rewards:

• Enhanced pay for overtime.
• £250 bonus through the staff referral scheme.

Professional Development:

• Funded access to qualifications and training courses.

Lifestyle Benefits:

• 224 hours of annual leave.
• Access to discounts through the Blue Light Card, covering retailers, holidays, and more.

Wellbeing Support:

• Fully funded enhanced DBS check and renewals.
• Supportive management and team culture.

About Us

We are committed to providing exceptional residential care to children, creating opportunities for them to grow, learn, and achieve their full potential. Our homes are safe, supportive, and child-focused, with a strong emphasis on education and personal development.

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If you are resilient, compassionate, and ready to make a difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!