Children's Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Generous pension scheme

26 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounts at major retailers

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Residential Support Worker for a leading children’s charity in Leicestershire. You will support vulnerable young people in Hinckley, building nurturing relationships and contributing to day-to-day home operations.

The role requires Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, safeguarding knowledge, and willingness to do sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays. Competitive salary, pension, parking, and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to achieve this within the required timeframe.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Be motivated by the opportunity to positively impact young people's lives.
• Be flexible and committed to working sleep-ins, shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Building trusting, nurturing relationships that promote each young person’s independence, wellbeing, and personal growth.
• Working collaboratively with parents, carers, and professionals to support holistic care.
• Contributing to the day-to-day running of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Accurately documenting and maintaining records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Promoting and maintaining a safe, supportive environment at all times.
• Upholding safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the protection of all service users.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexibility

Sleep-ins availability

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Residential Support Worker

Location:Hinckley, Leicestershire

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:

Our client, a leading children’s charity, is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join their team in Leicestershire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people within a supportive and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will work primarily in Hinckley, with occasional travel across the region to support other homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building trusting, nurturing relationships that promote each young person’s independence, wellbeing, and personal growth.
• Working collaboratively with parents, carers, and professionals to support holistic care.
• Contributing to the day-to-day running of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Accurately documenting and maintaining records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Promoting and maintaining a safe, supportive environment at all times.
• Upholding safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the protection of all service users.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to achieve this within the required timeframe.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Be motivated by the opportunity to positively impact young people's lives.
• Be flexible and committed to working sleep-ins, shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Relevant experience working with children and young people is desirable but not essential with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous pension scheme, free parking, and ongoing training opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with flexible working arrangements.
• Additional benefits include annual leave entitlement of 26 days (pro-rata for part-time), cycle-to-work scheme, employee assistance programme, and discounts at major retailers.