Senior Residential Support Worker

Sgscare; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 34,650 - 42,350; Full time

Job summary

Sgscare is looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader for a new children's home located in Whitchurch. The role involves leading shifts, supporting colleagues, and ensuring safeguarding standards are maintained. Applicants should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in an Ofsted Registered home.

The position offers an annual salary of £38,500, including sleep-ins. The successful candidate will also benefit from clear progression opportunities into management roles.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car.
• Previous experience within an Ofsted Registered Children's Home.
• Experience within healthcare or nursery settings is not acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts effectively and support colleagues.
• Maintain safeguarding standards and promote a safe environment.
• Help establish an outstanding home culture and routines.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Childcare

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Senior Residential Support Worker / Team Leader – New Children's Home

Whitchurch

Salary & Package

Annual Salary: £38,500 per annum (including approximately 10 sleep‑ins per month)

Hourly Rate: £16.00 per hour

Sleep‑ins: Approximately 10 per month at £65 per sleep

Working Pattern: 2 on / 4 off (condensed shifts)

Employment Type: Permanent

Service

Children's Residential Home

Service Users: Children & Young People aged 11–17 years

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Previous experience within an Ofsted Registered Children's Home supporting children and young people

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead shifts effectively and support colleagues on the team
• Maintain safeguarding standards and promote a safe environment
• Help establish an outstanding home culture and routines from day one

About the Provider

Our client is an independent children’s residential provider supporting young people aged 11–17, focused on developing social, emotional, independence and functional skills while building resilience for adulthood.

Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car
• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification is not considered equivalent
• Experience limited to Healthcare, NHS, CQC, Supported Living or Nursery settings is disqualifying
• Need sponsorship or are on a visa requiring sponsorship is disqualifying
• No CQC experience or work in an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home will not be considered
• Sponsorship is not available

Progression

Clear progression opportunities into Deputy Manager and Registered Manager positions.