Residential Care Worker (Children's Home)
Pay: £26,400 to £27,360Location: Doncaster Reporting to: Senior Residential Worker / Deputy Manager / Registered Manager
About the Role
We are looking for a committed Residential Care Worker to support children and young people in a residential setting. You will provide high-quality, therapeutic care, helping to meet their emotional, social, and developmental needs while ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times.
This role involves shift work, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safe, nurturing, and relationship-based care to children and young people
- Support care plans, risk assessments, and daily routines
- Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a role model
- Promote education, health, and personal development outcomes
- Act as a key worker, supporting individual needs and goals
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and case files in line with regulations
- Work in partnership with social workers, schools, health professionals, and families
- Support young people to access activities, advocacy, and services
- Contribute to a safe and well-maintained home environment
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Follow all safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards and relevant legislation
- Support safe administration of medication
- Report concerns and incidents appropriately
General Duties
- Work flexibly on a rota basis, including sleep-ins
- Drive company vehicles (where required)
- Participate in training, team meetings, and handovers
- Support the overall smooth running of the home
What We're Looking For
- Passion for working with children and young people
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a challenging but rewarding environment
- Commitment to safeguarding and high-quality care
- Willingness to work shifts and complete ongoing training
Equality & Diversity
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage an inclusive and supportive workplace.
