Senior Residential Worker

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Residential Worker to join our Children's Residential Service. This is a key role where you will lead shifts, support the staff team and help deliver high-quality care to children and young people.

Working closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring it meets the requirements of the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. As a Senior Residential Worker, you will lead by example, providing guidance, structure and support to the team while ensuring children receive safe, consistent and nurturing care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading shifts and taking delegated responsibility in the absence of senior managers
• Supervising and supporting Residential Care Workers, as well as students, volunteers and agency staff
• Ensuring the home operates in line with its Statement of Purpose, policies and procedures
• Supporting the assessment of children's needs and contributing to care planning and reviews
• Promoting a safe, warm and structured environment where children can develop emotionally and physically

To apply for this position, click Apply Now to submit your application through Hillingdon Council's online recruitment system.

About You

We are looking for someone who is confident, resilient and committed to supporting children and young people. You will bring experience in residential childcare settings and a strong understanding of the regulatory framework that governs children's homes.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working in a residential childcare setting
• Possess a strong understanding of safeguarding and Children's Homes Regulations
• Demonstrate the ability to lead shifts and support a team effectively
• Have experience working with children with complex needs
• Show good organisational and communication skills
• Be able to remain calm and make decisions in challenging situations
• Display a commitment to delivering high standards of care and continuous improvement

Hillingdon Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS checks, qualifications verification and five years of referencing.

Hillingdon Council Offer to You

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation.

Here's a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours to help manage your work and personal life
• 36 Hour Week for all full time staff
• Generous Holiday Entitlement increasing with length of service
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions
• Local Government Pension Scheme and Credit Union membership
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services with free 24-hour confidential advice
• Travel Support with season ticket loans and free car parking
• And more

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds.