Job Description

Secure Residential Worker

Location: Sheffield
Salary: £29,093 per annum + £1,000 Secure Allowance + Sleep-In Allowance
Overtime paid at 1.5x beyond 37 hours per week

Make a Real Difference Every Day.

Join a leading organisation committed to providing exceptional care and support for young people living in a secure residential setting. Our goal is to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where residents can develop key life skills, build resilience, and begin to make positive life choices.

We're proud of our inclusive team culture, strong values, and investment in staff development. If you're passionate, empathetic, and ready to support some of the most vulnerable young people in our community, we want to hear from you.

Your Role:

As a Secure Residential Worker, you'll play a vital role in the care, development, and protection of young people in our secure unit. You will:

• Provide high-quality, child-centred care and assertive, positive parenting

• Support young people with daily living skills, routines, and personal growth

• Build trusting relationships through 1:1 keywork sessions and group activities

• Implement and monitor personalised care and behaviour support plans

• Maintain safety, security, and a calm environment in line with safeguarding standards

• Collaborate with social workers, education and healthcare professionals

• Accurately document care activities and changes in wellbeing

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in residential childcare, youth justice, special education, or care of vulnerable adults

• Resilience, resourcefulness, and a calm approach to challenging situations

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A genuine desire to support and empower young people

• Flexibility to work a rota that includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

• Basic IT literacy for care recording and reports

You must hold or be willing to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (completed within 2 years of employment).

What You'll Get in Return:

• Competitive salary of £29,093 per annum

• Additional £1,000 Secure Allowance

• Sleep-in allowance and generous overtime pay (1.5x beyond 37 hours/week)

• Ongoing training and development

• A supportive team environment with clear progression opportunities

• The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's lives

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're committed to creating a positive future for young people and want a career with real purpose, apply now and become part of a team that truly cares.

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