Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker in Preston to support young people in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include providing emotional support, promoting wellbeing, and engaging youth in activities. Candidates must have a Level 3/4 qualification and at least 6 months of relevant experience. Competitive salary of £33,250 per annum with additional benefits including paid training, career progression, and holiday scheme.

Benefits

Paid training and qualifications

Career progression with structured development plans

Holiday scheme

Long service recognition with voucher awards

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a children's residential or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care, guidance, and support for young people aged 8-17.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence, and positive life skills.
• Support young people with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
• Encourage engagement in education, hobbies, and community activities.

Skills

Emotional support

Behavioural support

Teamwork

Education

Level 3/4 qualification in Children & Young People

Job description

I am currently recruiting for permanent Senior Residential Child Care Worker to work in the Preston area on a permanent basis.

As a Residential Child Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting young people by creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where they can thrive. You will help to build positive, trusting relationships and provide consistent emotional, physical, and practical support.

The role involves working as part of a dedicated team and alongside professionals from other services to ensure that young people feel valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care, guidance, and support for young people aged 8-17.
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence, and positive life skills.
• Support young people with behavioural, social, and emotional needs, including those with complex backgrounds.
• Encourage engagement in education, hobbies, and community activities.

Requirements

• Level 3/4 qualification in Children & Young People
• Minimum 6 months experience in a children's residential or similar setting.

Benefits

• Paid training and qualifications.
• Career progression with structured development plans.
• Holiday scheme: additional paid day each year (up to 3 years).
• Long service recognition with voucher awards (£200 at 2 years, £400 at 5 years, £600 at 10 years).

Pay and shift Pattern

• £33,250 per annum (£15.98 per hour)
• Sleeps are additional £60 per sleep

Working hours we are looking at a rota of a 24/36 hour shift and two day off, on this rota basis or 48 shift and four days off, then back on 48 hours