Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker
Dove Adolescent Services
Stairfoot, BarnsleyView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
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Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support young people living in a residential home, plan daily activities and help them stay safe and happy. It suits caring, organised people with experience working with children or teens.
What you'll need
- Experience in residential childcare or youth work
- Level 5 diploma in health and social care or similar (or willingness to study)
- Able to work an average 39‑hour week with night sleep‑in shifts
- Good communication and team‑leadership skills
- Clear DBS (background) check
How to boost your chances
- Show any relevant childcare or youth‑work experience clearly on your CV
- State your willingness to do night sleep‑in shifts in your cover letter
- If you don’t have a Level 5, start a course before applying
- Gather references from previous care or teaching roles
- Practice answering safeguarding scenario questions
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Job description
Senior Residential Support Worker Contract Type: Full-time, permanent Specific Hours: Average of 39 hours per week- weekly rota pattern alternates Salary: Unqualified: Base salary of £28,260.76, with the potential to earn up to £33,660.76 with sleep‑in shifts. * Qualified (full diploma Level 5 or equivalent): Base salary of £29,253.49, with the potential to earn up to £34,653.49 with sleep‑in shifts. What We Can Offer: Sleep‑in allowance: £45 per night (8-10 per month) Pay rise after probation …
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
12 October 2026
Last checked
12 October 2026
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