Senior Residential Childcare Worker

Job Description:

Senior Residential Childcare Worker

Location: Nottingham
Hours: Full-time, 174 hours per month
Sleep‑in shifts: 23:00–07:00 on a 3‑week rolling rota (7 sleep‑ins per cycle)
On‑call: Occasional on‑call duties once competent and confident
On‑call payments:

• Monday–Thursday: £20 per day
• Friday–Sunday: £40 per day

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected and expanding private childcare provider seeking passionate, child‑centred, and experienced Senior Residential Childcare Workers for their homes in the Nottingham area.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are committed to delivering high‑quality, therapeutic care and who are ready to take on a leadership role within a residential setting. You will lead shifts, guide staff practice, and play a key part in shaping the daily experience and long‑term outcomes of the children and young people in the home.

The organisation is committed to developing its workforce and offers clear progression pathways, including mentoring from experienced managers, specialist training, and the opportunity to complete the QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management for those aspiring to become Registered Managers in the future.

About the Organisation

Our client is a growing private childcare provider dedicated to delivering safe, nurturing, and development‑focused residential care for children and young people. Their approach is rooted in child development, trauma‑informed practice, and regulatory excellence.

Safeguarding is central to everything they do. All offers of employment are subject to robust compliance and safeguarding checks.

The organisation operates under a clear mission and set of values that all employees are expected to uphold.

Mission & Values

Mission:
To provide supportive, empowering, and high‑quality care, support, and education that promotes safety, well‑being, and positive outcomes.

Values:

• Supportive: Delivering compassionate, dedicated care that enables children to feel safe and thrive.
• Accountable: Upholding the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Focused: Recognising each child’s individuality and tailoring support to their unique needs.
• Empowering: Building trusting relationships that promote dignity, strengths, and personal growth.

Role Summary

As a Senior Residential Childcare Worker, you will oversee day‑to‑day operations within the home, providing leadership, guidance, and support to the residential care team. Working closely with management, you will ensure the safety, well‑being, and holistic development of the children in your care.

Your leadership will help create a therapeutic, stable, and nurturing environment where children can build positive relationships, develop life skills, and achieve meaningful progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and act as a role model, providing guidance and support to residential care practitioners.
• Promote teamwork, reflective practice, and a collaborative, child‑centred culture.
• Assist in developing and implementing person‑centred care plans tailored to each child’s needs and goals.
• Oversee daily routines, activities, and care delivery in line with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct observations and assessments, documenting progress, incidents, and changes in behaviour or well‑being.
• Support management in coordinating team meetings, training, and professional development.
• Foster a therapeutic, inclusive, and emotionally supportive environment.
• Build strong, positive relationships with young people and support them in developing healthy relationship skills.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and therapeutic interventions in collaboration with external professionals.
• Ensure safeguarding, risk assessments, and health and safety procedures are consistently followed.
• Work effectively with external agencies, therapists, and professionals to coordinate support.
• Stay informed on best practice and developments in residential childcare, sharing knowledge with the team.
• Attend mandatory training and ongoing professional development sessions.

Person Specification

Essential:

• QCF Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent
• Experience working with children or young people in a residential or childcare setting
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Understanding of child development, attachment, and trauma‑informed practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and residential childcare regulations
• Ability to manage crises, resolve conflict, and make sound decisions under pressure
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• QCF Level 4 or 5
• Experience mentoring or supporting staff development

Please apply now with your CV to recieve a call back from a dedicated member of our recruitment team.