Senior Residential Worker

Make a Difference as a Senior Residential Worker - Help Shape Young Lives

Are you an experienced and passionate childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join Hillingdon's 'Outstanding' Residential Service as a Senior Residential Worker, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care and support to children and young people in our homes.

As a Senior Residential Worker, you'll lead by example - managing shifts, supporting junior colleagues, and ensuring that care practices align with the Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes Regulations, and the home's Statement of Purpose.

• Overseeing day-to-day operations of the home
• Managing admissions and discharges
• Developing and monitoring individual care plans
• Maintaining a safe, nurturing, and well-run environment
• Liaising effectively with families and external professionals
• Administering medication and managing petty cash
• Ensuring policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards are upheld

You're a confident leader with solid experience in residential childcare, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and young people.

You will:

• Be knowledgeable about current legislation, safeguarding, and child development
• Have the ability to guide, mentor, and support less experienced staff
• Demonstrate emotional resilience, excellent communication skills, and a calm, positive approach
• Be organised, dependable, and capable of stepping up in the absence of senior management
• Be proactive about training and development-for yourself and your team

This is an opportunity to take on a rewarding role in a supportive, forward-thinking service that values compassion, integrity, and teamwork. Join us in putting our young residents first.