Senior Residential Care Worker - MUST BE QUALIFIED

Children’s Senior Residential Care Workers -  Full time permanent contract

Salary: Up to £36,122 per year (including sleep-ins)
Shift pattern: 2-on / 4-off (with sleep-ins)

Location: Keswick, Cumbria

Start Date: 11th May 2026

Are you an experienced Children's Residential Care Worker?

At New Reflexions, we believe that every young person deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. We’re seeking experienced Senior Residential Care Workers to take a leading role in our new Learning Disability home in Keswick. If you’re experienced, qualified, and ready to guide and inspire both young people and staff—this is your opportunity.

We will also provide all the training and qualifications you will need to pave the way for you to become one of our a Home Managers.

We strive to provide exceptional, integrated care and education to help vulnerable and complex children achieve their full potential and enjoy fulfilling lives.

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:

Essential:

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare 


• Experience working in children’s residential care 


• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to lead and motivate


• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach


• A full UK manual driving licence is required, access to your own vehicle preferred (we provide company cars for transporting the children in our care)


• A commitment to ongoing learning and safeguarding best practices

 Why Join New Reflexions?

• Competitive pay – salary up to £36,122 year including sleep-ins


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


• All meals provided whilst on shift


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


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


• Fully paid  2 week induction, plus all training & development required, including your Level 5 qualification


• Wellbeing and mental health support resources
  

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.