Senior Residential Support Worker

Career Makers; Saltash; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Residential Care Worker to lead a team and support young people. You will create meaningful activities and ensure care plans are followed. The ideal candidate has experience in residential childcare and a Level 3 Diploma. This full-time position includes sleep-in shifts, offering competitive pay and training opportunities.

Benefits

Access to training and development

Competitive and reliable pay

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience in a supervisory role in residential childcare.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young people through life's challenges.
• Lead and support a team of care staff.
• Create activities to help young people grow.
• Ensure care plans are followed.
• Take lead on shift and manage sleep-in shifts.

Skills

Residential childcare experience

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People Workforce

Job description

Senior Residential Care Worker

Locations: Plymouth, PL12

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (including sleep-in shifts on a rota)

Make a real difference. Every day.

We're looking for a Senior Residential Care Worker who's passionate about helping children and young people thrive. This isn't just a job — it's a chance to change lives, build futures, and be part of a team that genuinely cares.

What you’ll do

• Be a role model for young people, supporting them through life's challenges.
• Lead and support a team of care staff, keeping the home positive, safe, and inspiring.
• Create fun, meaningful routines and activities that help young people grow.
• Make sure care plans are followed so every child gets the right support.
• Take the lead on shift, including sleep-in shifts, making sure everything runs smoothly.

What we’re looking for

• A natural leader who's friendly, positive, and calm under pressure.
• Experience in residential childcare (or similar) with at least 12 months in a supervisory role.
• Someone who can communicate, motivate, and inspire others.
• A full UK driving licence (essential).
• Either already has (or is keen to work towards) a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People Workforce.

Why you’ll love it here

• £15.00 per hour competitive, reliable pay.
• Make a genuine impact every day.
• Access to training and development to build your career.
• Work with a supportive, values-led team.
• No two days are ever the same - sleep-in shifts included.

Safeguarding & Checks

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check, full work history, references, and right-to-work checks.

Apply today to take the next step in your career and help us create brighter futures.