Lead Residential Child Care Worker

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave

Vivup discounts

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to lead a team of RCCWs and care for young people across East Lancashire including Burnley, Accrington, Nelson and Haslingden. The role involves rota shifts, safeguarding, and implementing care plans within a supportive service.

You will lead by example, champion the safety and development of children with complex needs, and mentor staff to uphold high standards of practice.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in children’s social care or residential settings.
• QCF Level 4 or NVQ Level 3/4 (or equivalent).
• Experience leading shifts and supervising staff as Team Leader.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of children’s legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, acting as a shift leader.
• Champion the care, safety and development of children with complex needs.
• Support and implement care plans, education plans, and emotional wellbeing strategies.
• Mentor and guide staff, promoting high standards of practice.
• Contribute to safeguarding, inspections, and care planning processes.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Team supervision

Resilience

Compassionate

Education

QCF Level 4 / NVQ Level 3/4

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to lead a team of RCCWs and care for young people across East Lancashire including Burnley, Accrington, Nelson and Haslingden. The role involves rota shifts, safeguarding, and implementing care plans within a supportive service.

You will lead by example, champion the safety and development of children with complex needs, and mentor staff to uphold high standards of practice.