Package Description
Job Opportunity: Senior Residential Activity Worker
Location: Gloucester, GL4
Salary: £28,594.80 - £29,811.60 per annum (£14.10 – £14.70 per hour)
Sleep-In Bonus: Up to 9 per month (£62.64 each)
Shift Pattern: 4 consecutive working days (including overnights) followed by 8 days off

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP IN RESIDENTIAL CARE AND COMBINE IT WITH ADVENTURE?

We’re looking for a Senior Residential Activity Worker to join our team and play a key role in delivering our innovative and life-changing 12-week Activity and Intervention Programme. Based in an Ofsted-registered children’s home, our service provides crisis intervention placements that give young people (aged 8–18) a chance to reset, grow, and thrive through structure, outdoor adventure, and trauma-informed care.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Senior Residential Activity Worker, you’ll lead by example — combining hands-on therapeutic care with leadership in outdoor activities like kayaking, mountain biking, and rock climbing. You’ll also support the management team by guiding and supervising Residential Activity Workers, helping ensure that best practice is consistently delivered across the service.
During your 4 working days, you’ll reside onsite at the activity centre (accommodation and meals provided), offering continuity and consistent support for young people.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Outdoor Activities: Plan and deliver adventurous activities that build confidence and resilience.
• Provide Direct Support: Build strong, positive relationships with young people and support their daily routines and emotional development.
• Supervise and Guide Staff: Support and mentor junior staff while promoting safe, high-quality care.
• Safeguarding & Risk Management: Maintain a safe environment by upholding all safeguarding and health & safety standards.
• Be a Role Model: Inspire and motivate young people through meaningful, everyday interactions.