Salary
£30,024 - £33,699 per annum
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time including some weekends
Hours per week
37
Work Base
The Big House, Edwinstowe, NG21 9QA
Working Arrangements
Office Based
Job Description / Person Specification
Residential Social Care Worker JDPS.pdf – 125KB Opens in a new window
Additional Documentation
Residential Service Career Brochure.pdf – 1591KB Opens in a new window
Competency Framework
Tier 7a
Number of posts
2
Interview date
14/01/2026
Closing Date
05 January 2026 23:55
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Be there for your community when they need you most! Join us as a Residential Social Care Worker, supporting vulnerable children with Intellectual Disabilities in a nurturing environment. Enjoy competitive pay, generous benefits, and a fulfilling career dedicated to making a difference.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking two enthusiastic and motivated Residential Social Care Workers to join our dedicated team at The Big House. The Big House is a warm, welcoming short breaks home in Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire. We provide high-quality care and support for children with severe intellectual and physical disabilities, offering them fun, safe, and enriching experiences while giving families valuable respite.
Our vision is simple: to create a place where children feel safe, loved, healthy, and happy. We focus on building trusted relationships, supporting individual needs, and celebrating every child’s achievements.
In this role, you will support vulnerable children with intellectual disabilities, ensuring their physical, emotional and health care needs are met. You will be part of a warm and nurturing team that values every member.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
As a Residential Social Care Worker, your main duties will include:
- Providing high-quality care and support to children with intellectual disabilities.
- Meeting the physical, emotional, and health care needs of the children.
- Engaging in activities that promote their development and well-being.
- Working collaboratively with team members to create a safe and supportive environment.
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to care plans.
- Participating in shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.
Required Skills And Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Experience working with children and young people in a residential setting or school.
- Experience supporting children or adults with learning difficulties.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
Soft Skills
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following behaviours:
- A caring and compassionate approach to working with children.
- Resilience in handling challenging situations, both physically and emotionally.
- Strong teamwork skills, contributing positively to a collaborative environment.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of children and the team.
Working Hours And Benefits
This role involves working shifts, including:
- Early shifts: 6:30/7 am - 3:00 pm
- Late shifts: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- A rota system, working two weekends out of three, with a 12-week advance schedule for planning.
We offer generous enhancements for shift work, including additional pay for hours worked after 8 pm, weekends, and bank holidays. This can significantly increase your annual earnings.
Organisation Benefits
At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:
- A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A supportive environment that encourages personal growth.
- A chance to be part of a community-focused organisation that truly cares.
Join our fast-paced, innovative home that is dedicated to providing exceptional care for children while helping them reach their full potential. You will receive support from both your team and managers, along with extensive training and development opportunities.
If you are excited about working with children, enjoy variety and fun, and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a warm, homely environment, we would love to hear from you!
NCC will not offer sponsorship for this role.
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Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
