Job Description
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.