Job Description

Residential Family Assessment Centre

Mid Level or Senior Care Worker - Children & Families - Nights or Days Available

Location: Southampton, England

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week) On Call Rotation

Salary: (dependent on experience)

Permanent | Enhanced DBS required

Are you an experienced care professional passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and families? Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a leadership role in a supportive and purpose-driven environment?

We are looking for a Senior Care Worker to join our team in Southampton, where you will support children and families with complex needs in a residential family assessment setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with frontline experience who is ready to lead by example and mentor others.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting vulnerable families during intensive assessments. You'll provide guidance to both families and support staff, ensuring high-quality care and safeguarding standards are upheld at all times.

You'll work closely with the management team to support day-to-day operations, contribute to parenting assessments, and ensure consistent implementation of care plans and policies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead by example in delivering high-quality, child-focused care and family support.

Support the Deputy Manager and Registered Manager in overseeing the day-to-day running of the service.

Act as a senior point of contact on shift, supporting junior staff and ensuring safety and compliance.

Contribute to robust, evidence-based parenting assessments alongside social workers and family practitioners.

Support families with routines, boundaries, and parenting strategies.

Monitor and safeguard the wellbeing of children in the home, reporting concerns immediately.

Maintain detailed and accurate records of family progress and incidents.

Participate in staff training, supervision, and reflective practice. Qualifications:

What We're Looking For

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (essential).

Level 4 or a willingness to work towards further qualifications (desirable).

Experience:

Proven experience working with children and families, ideally in a residential, safeguarding, or social care setting.

Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff (preferred but not essential).

Skills & Attributes:

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Confidence in managing challenging situations and behaviours. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Commitment to promoting equality, inclusion, and family-centered practice. Be part of a passionate team making a tangible difference in children's lives. Ongoing training and professional development. Supportive, inclusive working environment. Opportunities for career progression into management roles. Competitive salary and benefits.

Why Work With Us?

Be part of a brand new family assessment centre, offering ongoing training, development and support

How to Apply

If you're an experienced care worker ready to step into a leadership role and are committed to making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Experience:

Care: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person