Childrens Residential Support Worker

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

Job summary

A leading company in individual and family services is seeking a Children's Residential Support Worker to provide nurturing care and support to children. This full-time role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for progression and various benefits. Ideal candidates will have experience in childcare and a Level 3 diploma in residential childcare.

Benefits

Pathways for career progression

Paid induction training

Access to discounts and online medical support

Day off for your birthday

Free stay at a holiday home in the Peak District

Qualifications

• Experience in a children’s residential care setting is desirable.
• Values aligned with Esland’s therapeutic, person-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding childcare and support young people.
• Help achieve positive outcomes through various activities.

Skills

Childcare

Therapeutic Approach

Nurturing

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

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Description

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

Department: Residential

Location: Rosehip - Mirfield

Compensation: £31,918 - £32,540 / year

Hours: 2 days on, 4 days off (with sleep nights). We are a 365-day-a-year service due to the nature of our work. Rota provided in advance.

Pay rate: £31,917 to £32,540 per annum* (depending on qualification), with opportunities for overtime at an enhanced rate.

Esland is committed to improving children’s lives through specialist services.

What we are looking for:

We seek nurturing and supportive individuals capable of providing outstanding childcare and helping young people achieve positive outcomes. Our Warrington home offers a smaller, therapeutic placement setting where support includes domestic needs, education, social skills, fun activities, and excursions.

What we offer:

• Pathways for career progression and qualification opportunities
• BILD accredited, paid induction training
• Access to a company app with discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counseling
• A day off for your birthday (additional to holiday entitlement)
• Free stay at a holiday home in the Peak District and more!

*Estimated salary based on a pay rate of £12.60-£12.90 per hour and working 8 sleep nights per month at £60 each, effective from 1st April 2025.

Requirements:

• Experience in a children’s residential care setting (desirable)
• Level 3 (or above) diploma in residential childcare (desirable)
• UK driving license (essential)
• Right to work in the UK (essential)
• Values aligned with Esland’s, including a therapeutic, person-centered approach (essential)
• Age 21 or above (industry regulation)

Employment is contingent on satisfactory checks, including DBS, right to work, and references, with costs covered by the company.

We promote equal opportunities and challenge discrimination on any grounds.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Individual and Family Services