Residential Social Care Worker

Work Base

Oakhurst Children's Home, Mansfield, NG18 5AJ

£30,024 - £33,699 per annum

Permanent

Full Time including some weekends

37

Office Based

Residential Social Care Worker JDPS (2).pdf – 125KB

Residential Service Career Brochure (1) (1).pdf – 1591KB

Tier 7b

1

03/03/2026

23 February 2026 23:55

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Make a real difference every day. Become a Residential Social Care Worker at Oakhurst, where you’ll nurture young people’s growth and wellbeing in a supportive team that invests in you.

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people? At Oakhurst, a warm and supportive children’s home ran by Nottinghamshire County Council, we’re looking for two compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team as Residential Social Care Workers.

In this role, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people feel valued, supported, and empowered. You’ll use your empathy, resilience, and positive approach to meet their needs, while helping them build confidence and thrive.

You will be part of a compassionate team that values every member. Our residential workers come from various backgrounds, and we are eager to support new team members as they grow in this rewarding role.

• Providing high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting.
• Meeting the physical and emotional needs of the young people.
• Engaging in activities that promote their development and well-being.
• Working collaboratively with team members to create a safe and supportive environment.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to care plans.
• Participating in shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.

• A minimum of 6 months experience working children, young people or adults, either in a voluntary, work or other relevant setting.
• A background in supporting individuals with diverse needs.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

• A caring and compassionate approach to working with young people.
• Resilience in handling challenging situations, both physically and emotionally.
• Strong teamwork skills, contributing positively to a collaborative environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of young people and the team.

• Early shifts: 7 am - 3:00 pm
• Late shifts: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
• Sleep in shift weekly 2:00-11pm
• A rota system, working every other weekend, with a 4-week rolling rota.

We offer generous enhancements for shift work, including additional pay for hours worked after 8 pm, weekends, and bank holidays. This can significantly increase your annual earnings.

• A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive environment that encourages personal growth.
• A chance to be part of a community-focused organisation that truly cares.

If you are excited about working with young people, enjoy variety and fun, and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a warm, homely environment, we would love to hear from you!

NCC will not offer sponsorship for this role.

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Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.