Senior Children's Residential Care Worker

Children’s Senior Residential Care Worker

Salary: Up to £34,597 per year (including sleep-ins)
Contract: Full-time / Part-time available
Shift pattern: 2-on / 3-off (with sleep-ins)

Looking to step up in your care career?

At New Reflexions, we believe that every young person deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. We’re seeking a Senior Residential Care Worker to take a leading role in our homes for children aged 8–18. If you’re experienced, qualified, and ready to guide and inspire both young people and staff—this is your opportunity.

About the Role

As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you’ll play a central part in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment while also supporting the Registered Manager in leadership responsibilities. 

• Be a role model to staff and young people


• Provide direct support to children with complex emotional and behavioural needs


• Lead shifts and ensure high standards of care are delivered


• Oversee daily routines including meals, education, and personal development


• Manage documentation, risk assessments, and behaviour plans


• Supervise and support staff and participate in their development


• Collaborate with external professionals (e.g., social workers, education providers)


• Ensure compliance with regulations and safeguarding protocols
  

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) 


• Experience working in children’s residential care


• Strong leadership qualities and ability to manage people and environments


• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach


• A full UK manual driving licence and access to your own vehicle


• A commitment to ongoing learning and safeguarding best practices

 Why Join New Reflexions?

• Competitive pay – up to £34,597/year including sleep-ins


• FREE Getaways – enjoy company holiday homes in Borth, Tenby, Morecambe, Ayr & Clarach Bay


• Free meals while on shift


• Enhanced bank holiday pay – time and a half on key holidays


• Career progression to Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, and beyond


• Fully paid induction, training & development – including support with Level 5 qualification


• Wellbeing and mental health support resources


• Work for a trusted provider rated GOOD or OUTSTANDING by Ofsted

New Reflexions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and our Safer Recruitment process.

This post is exempt from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975).

Please note:
We do not use agency workers and cannot offer sponsorship at this time.