Lancashire County Council
Senior Residential Child Care Worker | Skelmersdale |
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Senior Residential Child Care Worker | Skelmersdale |
Senior Residential Child Care Worker – Pause & Reflect Home
Salary: £32,061 - £36,363 per annum (plus shift, weekend, and sleep-in enhancements) Location: Skelmersdale Contract: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours/week) | Rota-based: Mixed shifts (days, evenings, weekends)
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About the Role
As a Senior Residential Child Care Worker (RCCW), you’ll lead and support a team to provide exceptional care, safety, and development for young people with complex needs. Your responsibilities will include:
- Championing care plans, education, and emotional wellbeing
- Supporting safeguarding, inspections, and compliance
- Acting as a role model for best practice, compassion, and integrity
- Leading, motivating, and supervising practitioners (including overnight/weekend shifts)
- Supporting vulnerable young people (ages 11–17) in short-term placements
The Pause & Reflect Home (2-bedroom setting) will serve young people in urgent need of accommodation with no other alternatives. Caring for them with dedication will be critical.
About the Homes
- Target age group: Young people aged 11–17.
- Placement type: Short-term (requires flexibility, resilience, and commitment).
- Support needs: Focused on urgent care where conventional options are unavailable.
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Key Responsibilities
As the Senior RCCW, you’ll:
- Lead shifts as a shift leader, ensuring smooth operations.
- Champion care for children with complex needs, safeguarding, and development.
- Implement and support individual care plans, education plans, and emotional wellbeing strategies.
- Mentor and supervise staff, ensuring adherence to high practice standards.
- Participate in inspections, safeguarding audits, and care planning.
About You
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in children’s social care or residential settings.
- Qualified to QCF Level 4 or NVQ Level 3/4 (or equivalent).
Preferred Skills:
- Proven ability to lead shifts and supervise staff effectively as a team manager.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and children’s legislation.
- Resilience, compassion, and commitment.
- Ability to foster confidence and independence in young people.
- Excellent organisational skills for handling complex duty cases.
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Why Join Lancashire County Council?
We provide a rewarding career in a compassionate organisation:
- Career development with opportunities to gain further qualifications.
- Competitive salary + Local Government Pension Scheme.
- 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with longer service).
- Optional paid overtime and choice to buy extra leave.
- Employee discounts via Vivup (retail, travel, tech).
** opening date:** 31 July 2026 Interviews: Held every Wednesday
Before applying, attach a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet this role’s criteria—it will be required for shortlisting.
Full DBS disclosure will be completed successfully as part of this post—please see "Our Recruitment Process" for details.
Important Note:
- You must be able to provide a car for business use (or may be considered due to disability).
- The role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act—convictions may need disclosure.
For further questions: Contact the Talent Engagement Team at talent@lancashire.gov.uk.
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