Senior Residential Support Worker
SGS Care
Church Lawton, Stoke-On-TrentView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£35,731
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support children aged 8‑18 in a residential home, planning activities and helping with daily care. The role suits caring people who can work shifts, weekends and occasional overnight sleep‑ins.
What you'll need
- A Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in health, social care or children’s services.
- Experience working with children or young people in a care setting.
- Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, weekends and sleep‑ins.
- Good communication and team‑working skills.
How to boost your chances
- Update your CV to highlight any residential care or youth work experience.
- Gather references that can speak to your work with children.
- Prepare to discuss how you handle emergencies and behaviour management.
- Make sure you have a valid driver’s licence if travel between sites is needed.
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Job description
Job Title: Senior Children's Residential Care Worker Location: Alsager Salary: £35,731.88 per annum (increasing to £37,399.38 per annum from 1st August 2026) Working Hours / Shift Pattern: Four-week rolling rota. Typical shifts are 7:00am–3:00pm and 2:30pm–10:30pm. Weekend working required. Employment Type: Permanent Sleep-ins: 8 sleep-ins per rota for full-time employees (6 for part-time employees) Service: Children's Home Service Users: Children and young people aged 8–18 years Qualificati…
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Adzuna
First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
6 October 2026
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