Senior Residential care Worker

Company: Start Monday Ltd
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Location: Ashford
Job Description:

Senior Care Practitioner

New Children’s Home – Ashford, Kent

£31,000 + yearly bonus (DOE)

Start Monday are recruiting for a Senior Care Practitioner to join a brand-new children’s home in Ashford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced children’s residential care professional to take on a senior role, supporting the Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the home, leading shifts and helping to develop and support the staff team.

Most importantly, you will play a key role in supporting, nurturing and safeguarding the children and young people in your care.

The Role

  • Act as shift lead and support the Deputy Manager with the running of the home.
  • Provide high-quality emotional and physical support to children and young people.
  • Lead and support the care team, helping to maintain high standards.
  • Promote a safe, nurturing and positive environment.
  • Ensure safeguarding procedures and individual care plans are followed.
  • Work in line with Ofsted regulations and current children’s social care legislation.
  • Support the development and wellbeing of the children and young people.

About You

You will need:

  • Strong experience within children’s residential care.
  • Good knowledge of Ofsted regulations and children’s social care legislation.
  • Previous experience in a senior or shift-leading capacity.
  • A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
  • Strong communication, leadership and safeguarding skills.
  • A positive, reliable and proactive approach.

Salary & Benefits

£31,000 + yearly bonus, depending on experience.

The salary includes a shift rota with two sleep-ins per week. Full details can be discussed during the application process.

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026