Senior Residential Support Worker

SGS Care Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional care organization is seeking a Team Leader for their Children’s Residential Home in Chorley. This role requires leading a dedicated team to provide nurturing care for children facing emotional and behavioral difficulties. Candidates must have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay, internal progression opportunities, and a caring, therapeutic environment.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave plus extra days

Health benefits and discounted gym memberships

Company pension scheme

Monthly attendance bonus

Qualifications

• Experience as a Residential Support Worker or Senior RSW.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child welfare.
• Ability to mentor and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and role model best practices.
• Ensuring safeguarding and welfare of children.
• Overseeing care planning and behavior support.
• Coordinating activities to build confidence and independence.
• Keeping high-quality records compliant with regulations.
• Liaising with families and multi-agency partners.

Skills

Strong safeguarding awareness

Resilience

Child-focused approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Team Leader – Children’s Residential Home (EBD)

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep‑ins

Why Join Us?

Be part of a nurturing, child-centred team making real impact in the lives of children and young people aged 7–17 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We’re a small and stable organisation with just four homes — focused on quality over growth, where every member of staff is valued, heard, and supported.

Pay & Hours – Transparent Breakdown

• Hourly Rate: £15.00
• Base Salary: £29,259 per year
• Sleep-ins: 10 per month at £60 each (£7,200 per year)
• Attendance Bonus: £100/month (~£1,200 per year)
• Overtime Pay: 1.3x hourly rate (when available)
• On-Target Earnings: ~£37,659/year (base + sleep-ins + bonus)
• Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off with regular sleep-ins

About the Home

• Type: 3-bed Children’s Residential Home
• Young People: Aged 7–17 | EBD
• Approach: Therapeutic, consistent, and relationship-based care in a structured and nurturing environment

What You’ll Do

• Lead shifts and role model best practice in a small, experienced team
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children at all times
• Oversee care planning, key working, and behaviour support
• Coordinate routines, activities, and outings that build confidence and independence
• Keep high-quality records aligned with legislation and Ofsted standards
• Mentor colleagues and support inductions/training
• Liaise with families, social workers, and multi-agency partners

What You’ll Bring

• Essential:
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent or working towards)
• Experience as a Residential Support Worker or Senior RSW
• Strong safeguarding awareness, resilience, and a calm, child-focused approach

⚠️ Note: Level 3 Health & Social Care is not an accepted equivalent for this role.

Growth & Benefits

📈 Progression: Internal promotions & structured development
🎓 Training: Dedicated training academy, full induction, and welcome programme
🌴 Leave: 5.6 weeks’ annual leave + extra days at 2 & 5 years’ service
💪 Wellbeing: Health benefits & discounted gym memberships
💷 Pension: Company auto-enrolment pension scheme
🏆 Recognition: £100 monthly attendance bonus | Enhanced overtime pay (1.3x)

Apply Now

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to grow your career in a stable, therapeutic setting, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Click “Apply” now
📧 Or email: [e-mail]
📞 Or call: 01423 393 019 for a confidential chat

🛑 Sponsorship is not available for this role.