Job Description
Senior Residential Care Officer
Location:
City of Doncaster Council Contract:
Permanent | Full-time & Part-time | Includes sleep-in duties Salary : £27,259 - £29,955 Directorate:
Children, Young People & Families (CYPF)Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment? We're looking for a
Senior Residential Care Officer
to help lead day-to-day care in our children's residential homes. In this role, you will:
Provide high-quality emotional, social, and physical support to children and young people Lead shifts and support care planning, key work, and link work Take part in care reviews, meetings, and progress tracking Support young people through challenging behaviours or emotional distress Help with household tasks and contribute to the smooth running of the home Ensure accurate and compliant record-keeping in line with Children’s Homes Regulations Provide supervision and support to team members when required What you’ll need:
Level 3 QCF in Children & Young People (or equivalent) Residential childcare experience Great communication skills, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins and occasional crisis response Supervisory experience is a plus Why join us?
Work in a meaningful, rewarding role that makes a real difference Opportunities for ongoing training and development Be part of a supportive and values-driven team Additional Benefits:
£40.77 per sleep-in shift Inclusive allowances of 8.5% for unsocial working hours Rota includes 2 weekends off out of 4 South Yorkshire Pension authority contributions Overtime over 37 hours paid at time and a quarter