Senior Care Worker

SGS Care Ltd; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Care Ltd is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Worker to join their team at a children's home in Leeds. The role involves leading shifts, safeguarding, and providing compassionate care to young individuals facing emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and experience in a residential setting, with opportunities for progression and development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Qualification support

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Structured rota

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 qualification or 50% complete.
• Experience working with challenging children in a residential setting essential.
• Must possess a driving license (desirable) and basic IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts providing guidance to staff.
• Develop care plans and manage safeguarding.
• Work flexibly on a rolling rota, including sleep-ins.

Skills

Communication

Team-oriented mindset

Understanding of safeguarding

Leadership

Education

Level 3 Children and Young People Workforce

Level 5 Leadership and Management

Job description

Job Title: Leeds, LS12/LS13
Salary: £32,005.56 per annum
Working Hours: Rolling rota basis over 365 days per year (including bank holidays and weekends)
Service: Children's Home
Service Users: Young People (YPs) with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Trauma, Neglect, Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), and Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE)

Qualifications Required:

Level 3 Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent (Essential) or 50% complete
Level 5 Leadership and Management (Desirable)

Experience in Years Required:

Experience working with challenging children in a residential setting (Essential)

Employment Type: Permanent

The Home:

Location: Leeds, LS12/LS13
Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE, CCE
Ofsted Rating: Good
Ratio of staff to children: 1:1 or 2:1

Who We Are Looking For…

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Care Worker who is committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. The ideal candidate will have:
A strong understanding of safeguarding and care planning
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
The ability to lead shifts and provide guidance to staff
Flexibility to work a rolling rota, including sleep-ins

Who You Will Be Working For…

A well-established residential care provider
Growing organisation with plans for expansion
A team that prioritises high-quality care and development

Why This Home & Company?

Progression Opportunities – Grow into a leadership role
Qualification Support – Training and career development available
Benefits – Competitive salary, supportive team, and structured rota
Ethos – Child-focused, trauma-informed approach
Culture – Inclusive, professional, and team-driven

Additional Requirements:

Driving licence and access to a vehicle (Desirable)
Willingness to complete sleep-in shifts (Essential)
Must be over 21 (Genuine Occupational Requirement – Equality Act 2010)
Basic IT skills (Essential)

Sponsorship is not available
️ Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Children's Home will not be considered.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today.

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