Children's Residential Support Worker

The Witherslack Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth care organization in Leicester is looking for dedicated individuals to provide daily support and care for young people. Responsibilities include helping with schoolwork, organizing activities, and ensuring a positive environment for development. Candidates should have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to pursue it, alongside a full UK driving license. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a flexible benefits package and opportunities for promotion.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

7 weeks holiday

Meals provided while at work

Up to £1,000 bonus for referrals

Employee assistance and medical cover

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Willingness to study for Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

• Take care of young people day to day, ensuring things run smoothly.
• Help them prepare for school and complete homework.
• Complete paperwork and plan activities.
• Organise fun activities on weekends and evenings.
• Support young people in tapping into their potential.

Skills

Can do attitude

Empathy

Resilience

Team player

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Overview

£34,274 - £40,640 base salary assuming good attendance, up to 4 sleep‑ins per month.

Job Responsibilities

• Take care of young people day to day, ensuring things run smoothly.
• Help them prepare for school and complete homework.
• Complete paperwork and plan activities.
• Organise evenings and weekends fun activities such as video games, football, film day or go‑karts.
• Support young people to tap into their needs, personality and potential, guiding them toward a positive future.

What we do for you

Salary: £34,274 – £40,640 base, plus up to 4 sleep‑ins per month at £80 each and £1,400 attendance allowance.

Training: 4‑week induction on our Care Academy.

Holiday: 7 weeks.

Progression: Most team leaders and managers promoted from within; join Aspire programme for future managers.

Flexible benefits package: Adjust holiday allowance, pension, life insurance.

Wellbeing: employee assistance, medical cover, high‑street discounts.

Meals provided while at work.

Friend scheme: £1,000 bonus for each referral.

What we look for

• A 'can do' attitude and team player who rolls up sleeves to help others.
• Genuine care for young people, honesty and empathy.
• Resilience to deal with challenging situations.
• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to study – we will pay and support you.

Training and Progression

Four weeks off‑the‑job Care Academy training with experienced WG professionals to feel confident and ready to support our young people.

Background check

Enhanced DBS check with cost covered and online search.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.