Job Description:

Pay: Up to £34,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Senior Residential Childcare Worker

Location: South Staffordshire
Salary: OTE £34,500+ per annum

Basic: £29,500 basic salary
Sleep-In Rate: £62.75 per sleep-in (average of 7+ sleep-ins per month)

About the Role

Lilac Alliance is looking for a Senior Residential Childcare Worker to join a specialist prep-for-fostering service in South Staffordshire.

This unique service supports children aged 5–16, providing a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment to help them process their emotions, build resilience and prepare for long-term foster placements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional wellbeing.
• Support children with their daily routines, education and personal development.
• Promote positive behaviour and provide therapeutic support.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning.
• Work closely with colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for each child.
• Lead by example and support the wider staff team to deliver outstanding care.

What's on Offer?

• Basic salary of £29,500 per annum
• £62.75 per sleep-in
• Average of 7+ sleep-ins per month, taking earnings to approximately £34,500+ per annum
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Supportive and rewarding working environment
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's lives

Requirements

• Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Children & Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)
• Full UK Driving Licence (and willingness to add business insurance)
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous experience working with children and young people in a residential setting
• A caring, resilient and passionate approach to supporting vulnerable children

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person