Senior Residential Support Worker

SGS Care; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing children's home in Barnsley is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker. You will provide care and support to young people aged 8-17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) in a compassionate environment. The position offers a competitive salary and emphasizes flexible working hours, including sleep-in shifts. Suitable candidates must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and have a year of relevant experience.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a similar Ofsted-regulated setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence and a car required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people aged 8-17 with EBD.
• Manage and support children's behaviours.
• Maintain 1:1 staff to child ratio.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Level 5 Diploma for qualified pay bracket

Job description

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

Location: Barnsley

Salary: £27,519.96 to £28,128.36 base salary with potential to earn up to £32,919.96 to £33,528.36 with sleep-in shifts

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

Number of Sleeps Required: 810 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: Minimum 1 year in a similar Ofsted-regulated setting

Employment Type: Permanent

About 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 weekend sleep-ins and bank holidays

Benefits

• 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

How to Apply

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

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