Senior Residential Care Worker

Priority Recruitment Services Ltd; Wick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Priority Recruitment is excited to present this rewarding Senior Residential Care Worker opportunity in Salisbury, Wiltshire. This is a leadership role within a children’s residential home, supporting young people aged 8–17 to develop independence, confidence and emotional stability.

You will lead shifts, supervise staff, ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and help create a safe, structured and therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young People's Workforce or equivalent.
• Experience in children's residential care or similar settings.
• Strong safeguarding and child-protection knowledge.
• Ability to lead shifts, mentor staff and maintain high care standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and ensure high standards of care.
• Support the Home Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Supervise and mentor residential care staff.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Support young people with routines, education and wellbeing.
• Use therapeutic approaches to support challenging behaviours.
• Contribute to care plans, risk assessments and reviews.
• Liaise with social workers, schools and therapists.
• Assist staff induction and ongoing development.
• Maintain accurate records and report concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

Organisation

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children's & Young People’s Workforce

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Care Worker

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 2LT

Job Type: Full-Time – Permanent

Shift and Schedule: 160 hours per month (average 40 hours per week), including sleep-ins

Overtime: Enhanced rate

Setting: 2-bedroom children's residential home

Client Group: Children and young people aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD)

Priority Recruitment are excited to present this rewarding Senior Residential Care Worker opportunity in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within a children's residential home, supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to develop independence, confidence and emotional stability.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual who can lead by example, support colleagues and provide consistent, high-quality care within a nurturing and therapeutic environment.

Salary & Benefits:

• £16.15 per hour
• Enhanced overtime rate
• Permanent full-time position
• 160 contracted hours per month
• Opportunities for training, development and career progression

Company and Role:

• Supporting children and young people aged 8–17 in a residential care setting
• Leading shifts and providing guidance to residential care staff
• Supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties
• Creating a safe, structured and therapeutic environment
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive relationships

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Leading shifts and ensuring high standards of care are maintained
• Supporting the Home Manager with the day-to-day running of the home
• Supervising and mentoring residential care staff
• Ensuring safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed
• Supporting young people with daily routines, education and emotional wellbeing
• Using appropriate therapeutic approaches to support challenging behaviours
• Acting as a positive role model for young people and colleagues
• Contributing to care plans, risk assessments and reviews
• Liaising with social workers, schools, therapists and other professionals
• Supporting staff induction, training and ongoing development
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns appropriately

Household responsibilities include:

• Supporting the daily running of the residential home
• Maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment
• Encouraging healthy routines, balanced meals and positive activities
• Promoting structure, consistency and independence for young people

Successful Candidate:

• Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young People's Workforce or equivalent
• Previous experience within children's residential care, mental health services or a secure unit
• Minimum 12 months' relevant UK experience
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Confidence leading shifts and supporting colleagues
• Calm, resilient and patient approach
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Flexible to work shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced care professional looking to develop their leadership skills and make a lasting difference in children's residential care.

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