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Posted 1 week ago
Senior Residential Care Worker - Children's
Drake Medox UK
📍 Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Job description
<p> We’re recruiting an experienced <b> Senior Residential Care Worker </b> to join our client's well‑established <b> children’s residential home supporting young people with learning disabilities and additional needs </b> . <p></p><p> This is an opportunity to work within a <b> small, stable service </b> where consistent care, safeguarding and positive relationships sit at the heart of everything. </p><p></p><p><b> The Role </b></p><p> As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you’ll play a key role in: </p><ul><li> Providing safe, nurturing and consistent care to children aged <b>7–17</b></li><li> Acting as a strong role model within the staff team </li><li> Supporting day‑to‑day routines, emotional wellbeing and development </li><li> Leading shifts and supporting less experienced team members </li><li> Contributing to care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding practice </li><li> Building positive, trusting relationships with young people </li></ul><p></p><p> This role suits someone who enjoys <b> hands‑on care </b> , values structure, and understands the importance of stability for children with complex needs. </p><p></p><p><b> Essential Requirements </b></p><p>✅ <b> NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)</b></p><p>✅ Minimum <b>1 year’s experience in children’s residential childcare </b></p><p>✅ Confidence working within safeguarding frameworks </p><p>✅ A calm, consistent and child‑centred approach </p><p></p><p><b> Desirable </b></p><p>⭐ Experience supporting children with <b> learning disabilities </b></p><p>⭐ Experience as a senior or shift‑leading residential care worker </p><p></p><p><b> The Home </b></p><ul><li> Supports young people with <b> learning disabilities and additional needs </b></li><li> Focus on structure, routine and positive relationships </li><li> Emphasis on long‑term placements and stability </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Why Apply?</b></p><ul><li> Opportunity to work in a smaller, focused service </li><li> Supportive environment with clear expectations </li><li> Chance to make a genuine, lasting difference to children’s lives </li><li> Suitable for experienced RCWs ready to step into a senior position </li></ul><p></p>