Children's Residential Support Worker

Esland; Leek; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Esland is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker to provide nurturing care for children at Orchard Farm in Buxton. The role involves supporting young people through crisis intervention and therapeutic care, working in shifts that include sleep-ins, all aimed at achieving positive outcomes. Ideal applicants will have a full UK driving licence and be over 21, and will benefit from opportunities for training and career progression within the organization.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Paid induction training

Access to an employee benefits app

An additional day off for your birthday

Free stays at a holiday home in the Peak District

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Over 21 years of age due to industry regulations.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of care to children.
• Ensure positive outcomes for the young people in care.
• Participate in activities tailored to children's interests.

Skills

Nurturing

Supportive

Empathy

Job description

Department: Residential

Location: Orchard Farm - Buxton

Compensation: £31,917 - £32,540 / year

Description:

Do you want to make a difference in a child's life? Become a highly valued Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career!

Pay rate: £31,917 - £32,540 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.60 - £12.90). Opportunities to pick up overtime at an enhanced rate.

Location: Buxton

Hours: 173 hours per month. The most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 4 days off, with sleep-ins (shifts may vary). Rotas are provided in advance. We operate a 365-day service due to the nature of our work.

Essential requirements:

• Full UK driving licence
• The right to work in the UK
• Applicants must be over 21 due to industry regulations

We are looking for nurturing and supportive individuals who can provide high levels of care and help our children achieve positive outcomes.

Esland is committed to changing children’s lives for the better by providing top-tier specialist services.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for progression into Senior Support Worker/Management roles and qualifications in Residential Childcare
• BILD accredited, paid induction training
• Access to a company app offering high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counselling
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Free stays at a holiday home in the Peak District, provided by the company

The Role:

Our homes offer crisis intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic care. Young people participate in recreational activities tailored to their interests, such as cinema, swimming, and sports.

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure, right to work, and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (costs covered by the company).

All young people are entitled to their needs being met fairly and equally. Esland employees promote equal opportunities and challenge discrimination based on race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.