Senior Children’s Residential Childcare Worker

Senior Children’s Residential Care Worker 📍 Derby
💷 £38,743 – £42,058 OTE (including sleep-ins) + £1,000 joining bonus
⏰ 40 hours per week + sleep-ins
🔄 2 days on / 4 days off (alternate week pattern)

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About the Role We are seeking an experienced and committed Senior Children’s Residential Care Worker to join a well-established, Ofsted-registered children’s home in Derby.
This role involves supporting children and young people aged 10–18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and complex needs. As a Senior, you will play a key role in leading shifts, supporting staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, consistent care.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support the wider care team
• Provide high-quality care, safeguarding, and emotional support
• Undertake key working responsibilities and support co-key workers
• Carry out and review risk assessments and care plans
• Delegate tasks and support staff development
• Manage incidents, conflict resolution, and end-of-shift debriefs
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Facilitate young people’s meetings and daily activities

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About the Service The home is well-established and consistently achieves strong regulatory outcomes, reflecting a commitment to delivering safe, effective, and child-centred care.
You’ll be joining a supportive environment with clear opportunities for career progression, including pathways into Deputy Manager roles.

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What We’re Looking For

• QCF/NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People (essential)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare (essential)
• Experience supporting children with EBD and complex behaviours
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A resilient and proactive approach to supporting young people

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What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (OTE up to £42,058 including sleep-ins)
• £1,000 joining bonus
• Clear progression to Deputy Manager
• Funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
• Bonus and performance incentives
• Company pension
• Meals provided on shift
• Free parking
• Referral scheme
• Ongoing training and development

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Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent position
• 6-month probation period
• 2-month notice period
• Shift work including weekends, nights, and sleep-ins
• Based in Derby – must be able to commute or relocate

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👉 Apply now to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.