Senior Residential Support Worker
Portman Recruitment
Yarnton, KidlingtonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£410,052
Contract
Contract
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support children living in a four‑bed residential home, planning activities and keeping them safe. You will also supervise junior staff and take part in night‑shifts (sleep‑ins). The role is full‑time, permanent and suits those with experience in residential child care.
What you'll need
- Relevant child‑care qualification (e.g., Level 3/4 Health & Social Care)
- Previous experience in a children’s residential setting
- Ability to work 39 hours a week, including sleep‑ins
- Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
- Good communication and team‑leadership skills
How to boost your chances
- Highlight any residential care experience on your CV
- Gather references from previous child‑care roles
- Be ready to discuss how you handle night‑shift duties
- Research Ofsted ‘Good’ rating standards for homes
- Prepare examples of supporting children’s wellbeing
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Job description
Senior Children's Residential Support Worker Location: Yarnton, near Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary: £32,955–£34,171 per annum, depending on experience Sleep-ins: £62.64 per sleep-in, providing approximately £3,000–£6,000 additional earnings per year Hours: 39 hours per week Contract: Full-time, permanent Positions available: Two Home: Four-bed, Ofsted-rated Good children's home The Opportunity Our client is recruiting two qualified Senior Children's Residential Support Workers to join a well-estab…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
26 September 2026
Last checked
14 October 2026
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