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Children's Senior Residential Support Worker

Consistent Quality Support
Mansfield Full-time
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Embrace the Madness – Join Our Team!

Do you believe every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and truly valued?
Are you ready to laugh, learn, and make a real difference every single day?

We’re looking for compassionate, committed Senior Residential Support Workers to join our close\-knit team. This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful.

Locations: Mansfield \& Chesterfield

What We’re Looking For

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health \& Social Care or Children \& Young People’s Workforce (essential)

  • Experience in residential childcare (essential)

  • Understanding of Ofsted standards (preferred)

  • Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
Why Join Us?

We believe that when our team feels supported, our young people thrive. Here’s what you can expect:

  • A genuine supportive environment

  • Fun, relaxed atmosphere (you can be yourself here!)

  • VIP experiences and activities with our young people

  • Career progression and high\-quality training

  • Therapeutic training to help you grow your skills

  • Health \& wellbeing support

  • Company events and team celebrations

  • Free/discounted food

  • Quarterly bonus scheme

  • Ofsted bonus

  • Your birthday off – paid!

  • …and plenty more we’d love to tell you about!
The Role
  • Full\-time, rota\-based (including alternate weekends)

  • 15\-hour shifts (7am – 10pm)

  • Salary: £39,000 per year (based on 3 shifts per week \+ 2 sleep\-ins)
What You’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key role in providing high\-quality care and support to children and young people within a residential setting. You will help create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can develop confidence, independence, and positive life skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development and implementation of care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies

  • Build positive relationships with young people, families, and external professionals

  • Promote the emotional wellbeing, safeguarding, education, and independence of young people

  • Lead shifts effectively and support the day\-to\-day running of the home

  • Maintain accurate records, incident reports, and safeguarding documentation in line with company policies and Ofsted standards

  • Ensure the home is clean, safe, and maintained to a high standard

  • Support and mentor junior staff, leading by example with professionalism and positive practice

  • Work closely with management to address concerns and achieve positive outcomes for young people

  • Participate in meetings, training, and ongoing professional development
The ideal candidate will be caring, resilient, organised, and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people. Experience within children’s residential care and a strong understanding of safeguarding practices are essential.

No two days are the same — and that’s exactly what makes this role so special.

Our Promise to You

We’ll support you every step of the way with training, encouragement, and a team that truly feels like family. We celebrate the highs together and support each other through the challenges.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to make a difference, share some laughs, and be part of something truly rewarding, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: hr.accounts@cqs\-care.co.uk
Call: 01623 575000

Come and embrace the beautiful madness — and help change a child’s story for the better.

Please note: Our company does not currently have the resources to support visa sponsorship.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £14\.00\-£14\.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Additional leave

  • Casual dress

  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Discounted or free food

  • Free parking

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • On\-site parking

  • Paid training

  • Referral programme
Application question(s):
  • When are you available to start?
Education:
  • Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
  • Residential Childcare: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (preferred)

  • NVQ Level 3 Childrens Residential / Health \& Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person

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