Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgscare; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loyalty holiday scheme (up to 25 days)

Annual bonus

Flexible working options

£30 bonus for short notice sickness

Free meals on shift

Company contributory pension

Bank holiday enhancements

Job summary

Sgscare is hiring a Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker in Barnsley to provide high-quality care for young people aged 8-17 with EBD. The role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and ideally Level 5 for higher pay, with a minimum of one year in Ofsted-regulated settings.

Work includes a 39-hour week on a flexible rota (including weekends/bank holidays) with a base salary and sleep-in shifts. The home has 4 beds and operates with a strong therapeutic ethos.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Level 5 Diploma for qualified pay bracket.
• Minimum 1 year in an Ofsted-regulated setting.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Decision-making

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma for leadership & management (pay bracket)

Job description

Job Title

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

Location

Barnsley

Salary

Base: £29,253.49 with sleep-in shifts £34,653.49

Working Hours

39 hours per week (flexible rota including weekends and bank holidays)

Number of Sleeps Required

8-10 per month

Pay Per Sleep

£45 per night

Service

Children's Home

Service Users

Young People aged 8-17 with EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties)

Qualifications Required

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. Level 5 Diploma for qualified pay bracket.

Experience in Years Required

Minimum 1 year in a similar Ofsted-regulated setting

Employment Type

Permanent

The Home

• Number of Beds: 4
• Location: Barnsley
• Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE
• Ofsted Rating: Good
• Ratio of staff to children: 1:1

Who we are looking for…

• Empathetic, patient and resilient professionals
• Confident in managing challenging behaviours
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, proactive and values-driven
• Flexible to meet the demands of a 24/7 rota including weekends, sleep-ins and bank holidays

Who you will be working for…

• Small, family-run organisation with a strong therapeutic ethos
• Established since 1993, they are well-respected in the sector
• Operates a network of homes with consistent and positive Ofsted reports
• Future plans include further expansion and development opportunities for staff
• Their services focus on building resilience and independence in young people who have experienced trauma

Why this Home & Company…

• Genuine progression opportunities into Team Leader or Deputy Manager roles
• Support in achieving Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
• Pay rise after successful probation
• Loyalty holiday scheme (up to 25 days annual leave)
• Annual bonus for loyalty and commitment
• Flexible working options
• £30 bonus for short notice sickness cover
• Free meals on shift
• Company contributory pension
• Bank holiday enhancements

Ethos

Focused on creating a homely, nurturing environment

Culture

Respect, trust and collaboration

Do not apply for this role if any of the following apply to you:

• You do not hold a Full UK Driving Licence and do not have a car
• You only hold a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (this is not deemed equivalent)
• Candidates with only HealthCare, NHS, CQC, or Nursery Practitioner qualifications will not be considered
• You require sponsorship - no sponsorship available

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