Senior Residential Support Worker
Pertemps · Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Senior Residential Support Worker at Pertemps, based in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, paying £16.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £16.00 per hour
- Location
- Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 30 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Support Worker
7% below the typical rate for support worker
Reference 108108606
About the role
Job description
Pertemps Lincoln are recruiting for Senior Residential Support Workers to work for our customer’s residential children’s home, supporting the young people in their care and helping provide a safe, supportive and positive environment.
The home is based in Gainsborough. This is a great opportunity for people looking for long-term employment within a residential childcare setting.
What duties will I have?
Supporting young people in their day-to-day activities and routines
Providing a safe, caring and supportive environment
Supporting children with activities, appointments and outings
Driving children to various locations using a company vehicle
Helping maintain a positive and structured home environment
Working effectively as part of a residential care team
Following company policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
Completing relevant records and documentation accurately
What skills and experience do I need?
6 months previous experience working with children or young people in a residential or support setting is essential
A caring, patient and supportive approach
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
Good attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures
Full UK driving licence is required, as you will be required to drive children in a company vehicle
Flexibility to work residential shift patterns, including sleep ins
How much will I be paid?
£16 per hour + £60 per sleep-in
What hours will I need to work?
A minimum of 37.5 hours per week, with plenty of overtime opportunities available.
The role operates on a residential shift pattern involving sleep ins.
Shift pattern:
Hours Day 1 10:00am–11:00pm + sleep-in
Day 2 7:30am–11:00pm + sleep-in
Day 3 7:30am–10:00am, then finish
How to apply?
If you are interested in working as a Senior Residential Support Worker and meet the requirements above, please get in touch with Pertemps Lincoln for more information and to apply [phone removed]
Pertemps Lincoln are recruiting for Senior Residential Support Workers to work for our customer’s residential children’s home, supporting the young people in their care and helping provide a safe, supportive and positive environment.
The home is based in Gainsborough. This is a great opportunity for people looking for long-term employment within a residential childcare setting.
What duties will I have?
Supporting young people in their day-to-day activities and routines
Providing a safe, caring and supportive environment
Supporting children with activities, appointments and outings
Driving children to various locations using a company vehicle
Helping maintain a positive and structured home environment
Working effectively as part of a residential care team
Following company policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements
Completing relevant records and documentation accurately
What skills and experience do I need?
6 months previous experience working with children or young people in a residential or support setting is essential
A caring, patient and supportive approach
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
Good attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures
Full UK driving licence is required, as you will be required to drive children in a company vehicle
Flexibility to work residential shift patterns, including sleep ins
How much will I be paid?
£16 per hour + £60 per sleep-in
What hours will I need to work?
A minimum of 37.5 hours per week, with plenty of overtime opportunities available.
The role operates on a residential shift pattern involving sleep ins.
Shift pattern:
Hours Day 1 10:00am–11:00pm + sleep-in
Day 2 7:30am–11:00pm + sleep-in
Day 3 7:30am–10:00am, then finish
How to apply?
If you are interested in working as a Senior Residential Support Worker and meet the requirements above, please get in touch with Pertemps Lincoln for more information and to apply [phone removed]
Reference: 108108606 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 30 Oct 2026 · Listed via Pertemps
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