Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker

Location:

Mansfield Salary: £33,500 £ 36,500 per annum  additional sleep-in payments Realistic OTE: £36,380 £ 39,380 per annum (depending on qualifications and sleep-ins)

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week Shift Pattern: 1 on / 2 off (including sleep-ins) About the Role Are you an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work in a childrens home where your leadership, care and resilience can genuinely change lives? Our client is seeking Senior Residential Childcare Support Workers to join a therapeutic childrens home in Mansfield, supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs, developmental trauma and attachment difficulties.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will support young people directly while also guiding, mentoring and role-modelling best practice for the wider staff team. The Young People Youll Support The children and young people living in the home have often experienced significant adversity and trauma. At times, this may present through heightened behaviours or emotional distress. These moments require patience, consistency and a calm, confident approach.

As a Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will play a vital role in:
Providing emotional containment and stability for young people Modelling therapeutic responses for colleagues Supporting staff to feel confident and supported during challenging situations You will use therapeutic approaches such as PACE and Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) to help young people feel safe, valued and understood. Salary & Sleep-Ins Base salary: £33,500 £ 36,500 (includes 2 contracted sleep-ins per month ) Sleep-in rate: £60 per additional sleep-in Typical sleep-ins worked: 56 per month Realistic total earnings: £36,380 £ 39,380 per annum (depending on qualifications) What Our Client Offers Competitive salary with clear earning potential 40-hour full-time contract 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Comprehensive induction programme Fully funded qualifications, including Level 3/5 Diploma in Residential Childcare , with progression opportunities Specialist therapeutic training in PACE and DDP trauma-informed care Monthly recognition awards Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Regular reflective supervision and ongoing professional development A supportive, inclusive workplace culture where staff wellbeing is genuinely prioritised

Key Responsibilities Lead shifts and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the home Maintain a safe, structured and nurturing environment Coach, mentor and support Residential Support Workers Embed trauma-informed and therapeutic practice into daily care Complete and review care plans, risk assessments and key documentation Support reflective practice and post-incident debriefs Build positive relationships with families, professionals and external agencies

What Were Looking For Minimum 2 years experience in residential childcare, including shift leadership Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) essential DDP trained, or willing to complete training during probation Strong safeguarding knowledge and confidence in managing concerns Calm, resilient and reflective leadership style Essential Requirements Minimum age 22 (in line with Ofsted regulations) Right to work in the UK Full manual UK driving licence Good standard of spoken and written English Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check Why Join Our Client?

This role is demanding, emotionally and practically - and our client recognises that. Senior staff are genuinely valued, supported and invested in. Youll be part of a team where:
Care is not just delivered, but lived Leadership is compassionate and consistent Every decision is centred on the long-term wellbeing and potential of the young person If this opportunity is of interest, please apply with your updated CV and we will get back to you within 2 business days.