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Senior Support worker

Job details
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

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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

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