Location: Reading
Salary: £13.50 – £15.50 per hour, plus on-call and sleep-in payments
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE. LEAD WITH PURPOSE. SUPPORT WITH HEART.

Are you an experienced residential childcare professional with a Level 3 qualification? Ready to take the next step in your career while making a genuine impact on young lives?
At Cornerstone Children’s Homes, we provide safe, nurturing, and stable environments for children and young people in care. We’re looking for a compassionate and confident Senior Residential Care Worker to join our team in Reading and play a key role in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Residential Care Worker, you will combine direct support for young people with leadership responsibilities that guide and inspire your team. This is a hands-on role where every day brings the chance to make a lasting difference.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supporting Young People

• Provide consistent, child-centred care tailored to individual needs
• Promote routines, healthy relationships, and independent living skills
• Support young people through daily life, transitions, and care plans
• Build strong, trusting relationships that foster resilience and growth

Team Leadership

• Lead shifts and guide team practice with confidence and clarity
• Mentor junior staff, offering supervision, training, and development
• Support with recruitment and onboarding processes
• Promote a reflective, trauma-informed team culture

Collaboration and Compliance

• Work in partnership with external professionals, families, and agencies
• Attend care reviews, safeguarding meetings, and planning sessions
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with all care regulations
• Oversee key operational tasks including rotas, reporting, and health & safety