Senior Support worker
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,000 to £36,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Stoke, Staffordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | SNG Health Care Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ssw- Stoke |
Summary
Job Title:
Senior Residential Care Worker – Children’s Services
Location:
Stoke
Salary:
£33,500 - £35,400 including sleep ins
Contract Type:
Full time – (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
Requirements
Must have a level 3 in childrens residential
Must have the right to live and work in the UK
Must be over 21 years old
Must hold a driving licence
Must be able to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Health & Social Care – children and young people pathway)
Experience working in children’s residential care (minimum 1 year desirable)
Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare
About the role
As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you’ll take a lead role on shift, supporting and mentoring your team while providing a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for young people. You will help shape care plans, ensure the smooth daily operation of the home, and play a key role in driving quality and positive outcomes for every child in your care.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and coordinating daily shift planning and care delivery
Supporting staff and contributing to performance assessments
Promoting safeguarding and maintaining a safe home environment
Encouraging young people to engage in education, social, and community activities
Supporting healthy lifestyles, including meal preparation and personal care
Contributing to reports, plans, and risk assessments
Ensuring compliance with care regulations and health & safety guidelines
Role modelling professional conduct and high standards of care
Attending meetings and training sessions
Transporting young people to appointments, education, and activities
Benefits
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
Ongoing training and CPD
Company pension scheme
Opportunities for internal promotion and development
Supportive and values-led work environment
Access to mentoring and leadership support
Skills
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage and motivate a team
Strong empathy and resilience under pressure
Experience writing accurate reports and care documentation
IT literate and comfortable with digital care systems
Able to build trusting relationships with children and colleagues
Willing to actively participate in activities in and outside the home
Contact:
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Alternative ways to get in touch:
Call us on 02380118222
Email Belle@snghealthcare.co.uk
Senior Residential Care Worker – Children’s Services
Location:
Stoke
Salary:
£33,500 - £35,400 including sleep ins
Contract Type:
Full time – (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
Requirements
Must have a level 3 in childrens residential
Must have the right to live and work in the UK
Must be over 21 years old
Must hold a driving licence
Must be able to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Health & Social Care – children and young people pathway)
Experience working in children’s residential care (minimum 1 year desirable)
Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare
About the role
As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you’ll take a lead role on shift, supporting and mentoring your team while providing a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for young people. You will help shape care plans, ensure the smooth daily operation of the home, and play a key role in driving quality and positive outcomes for every child in your care.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and coordinating daily shift planning and care delivery
Supporting staff and contributing to performance assessments
Promoting safeguarding and maintaining a safe home environment
Encouraging young people to engage in education, social, and community activities
Supporting healthy lifestyles, including meal preparation and personal care
Contributing to reports, plans, and risk assessments
Ensuring compliance with care regulations and health & safety guidelines
Role modelling professional conduct and high standards of care
Attending meetings and training sessions
Transporting young people to appointments, education, and activities
Benefits
Additional pay for sleep-in shifts
Ongoing training and CPD
Company pension scheme
Opportunities for internal promotion and development
Supportive and values-led work environment
Access to mentoring and leadership support
Skills
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage and motivate a team
Strong empathy and resilience under pressure
Experience writing accurate reports and care documentation
IT literate and comfortable with digital care systems
Able to build trusting relationships with children and colleagues
Willing to actively participate in activities in and outside the home
Contact:
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Alternative ways to get in touch:
Call us on 02380118222
Email Belle@snghealthcare.co.uk