Children's Residential Support Worker
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | SNG Health Care Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RCW DERBY |
Summary
Job Title: Residential Care Worker – Children’s Services
Location: Derby
Salary: £29,000 per annum + sleep-in pay
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
Requirements
Right to live and work in the UK
Full, clean driving licence
Ability to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Health & Social Care – children and young people pathway)
Minimum 1 year experience in children’s residential care (desirable)
Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare
About the Role
As a Residential Care Worker, you will 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 smooth daily operations of the home, and drive quality outcomes for every child in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate daily shift planning and care delivery
Support staff and contribute to performance assessments
Promote safeguarding and maintain a safe home environment
Encourage young people to engage in education, social, and community activities
Support healthy lifestyles, including meal preparation and personal care
Contribute to reports, care plans, and risk assessments
Ensure compliance with care regulations and health & safety guidelines
Role model professional conduct and high standards of care
Attend meetings and training sessions
Transport 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
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Alternative contact methods:
Call: 02380 118222
Email: Belle@snghealthcare.co.uk
Location: Derby
Salary: £29,000 per annum + sleep-in pay
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Days, Evenings, Weekends, Bank Holidays)
Requirements
Right to live and work in the UK
Full, clean driving licence
Ability to work long shifts, including evenings and weekends
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (Health & Social Care – children and young people pathway)
Minimum 1 year experience in children’s residential care (desirable)
Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s welfare
About the Role
As a Residential Care Worker, you will 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 smooth daily operations of the home, and drive quality outcomes for every child in your care.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate daily shift planning and care delivery
Support staff and contribute to performance assessments
Promote safeguarding and maintain a safe home environment
Encourage young people to engage in education, social, and community activities
Support healthy lifestyles, including meal preparation and personal care
Contribute to reports, care plans, and risk assessments
Ensure compliance with care regulations and health & safety guidelines
Role model professional conduct and high standards of care
Attend meetings and training sessions
Transport 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
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Alternative contact methods:
Call: 02380 118222
Email: Belle@snghealthcare.co.uk