Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Insight Care Group; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-ins paid

Performance bonuses up to £3,000

Welbeing programme

Holiday entitlement 5.6 weeks

Training funding (Level 5)

Job summary

Insight Care Group is recruiting a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker for Cradley Heath. You will lead a team, develop individual care plans, and uphold safeguarding standards in a Ofsted-regulated home.

The role includes 40-hour weeks plus sleeps, with a starting basic pay of £15.30–£15.80 per hour, enhanced by sleep-ins and performance bonuses. Full training and wellbeing benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Experience working with young people in a residential care setting.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A full UK driving license (preferred but not essential).
• Commitment to the safety, well-being, and development of children.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Mentorship: Supervise and support a team of support workers, conduct appraisals, supervisions, and ensure high-quality care delivery.
• Care Planning: Develop and review personalized care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans to meet the needs and goals of each child.
• Safeguarding & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safeguarding policies and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards.
• Supporting Young People: Act as a key worker, promoting life skills, independence, and personal development. Plan and participate in engaging activities and educational programs.
• Health & Safety: Conduct regular checks, oversee medication administration, and ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for residents.
• Communication: Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals while maintaining detailed and accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

About The Role

Take the next step in your Residential Childcare career within our up-and-coming company as a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker!

Job Title: Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker

Location: Cradley Heath, B64

Estimated total package: £36,000 - £37,100 p/a (based on 2 sleep-ins per month)

Bonus Scheme: Up to £3000 per annum in performance-based bonuses

Enhanced Overtime: +£1.70 per hour!

Hours: Full time, up to 40 hours per week (+ sleeps required)

Shift pattern: 7:30-21:30, 2 on 3 off (flexibility required)

Why join Insight Care Group?

Insight Care Group are a specialist provider of residential children's homes for children with learning disabilities, autism, complex behaviour, sensory and communication needs, attachment and trauma responses, and mental health needs. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, grow, and develop their independence. Led by a therapeutic PACE approach, our organisation is committed to providing the best possible opportunities for the children across our Ofsted regulated children’s homes.

The home will be registered to care for young people with complex emotional needs. It offers a warm, spacious and welcoming environment, with comfortable bedrooms and a balance of shared spaces and quieter areas for rest, regulation and privacy.

The Registered Manager is incredibly experienced and has a great track record for outcomes for children, having been described by Ofsted as 'diligent' and 'passionate'. There will be plenty of opportunity to learn, develop and grow as a practitioner within this exceptional home.

What will you receive?

• Basic pay: £15.30 - £15.80 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus £50 per sleep-in


• Estimated total package: Earn up to £37,100 per annum, based on 2 sleep-ins per month


• Enhanced Overtime Rate: An additional +£1.70 per hour over your contracted hours


• Additional Staff Bonuses: Opportunity for the whole staff team to earn up to £3000 each, based on performance!


• Training & Development: Opportunity to complete a fully funded & accredited Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare qualification, paid induction program, and continuous training opportunities, including the therapeutic 'PACE' approach, and more!


• Wellbeing & Recognition: Access to six free counselling sessions, Employee Wellbeing Program hosted via Wisdom, access to an online GP via Livi, a £25 voucher on your birthday, Employee of the Month rewards, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card!


• Holidays & Leave: 5.6 weeks (28 days) of paid annual leave.


• Additional Benefits: earn up to £500 per referral with our Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Bright Exchange program discounts, and more!

What will you do?

• Leadership & Mentorship: Supervise and support a team of support workers, conduct appraisals, supervisions, and ensure high-quality care delivery.


• Care Planning: Develop and review personalized care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans to meet the needs and goals of each child.


• Safeguarding & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safeguarding policies and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards.


• Supporting Young People: Act as a key worker, promoting life skills, independence, and personal development. Plan and participate in engaging activities and educational programs.


• Health & Safety: Conduct regular checks, oversee medication administration, and ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for residents.


• Communication: Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals while maintaining detailed and accurate records.

What will you need?

• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).


• Experience working with young people in a residential care setting.


• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.


• A full UK driving license (preferred but not essential).


• Commitment to the safety, well-being, and development of children.

If you have any questions about the role, please don't hesitate to give us a call on 07955203358 – we would love to hear from you.

About Us

Insight Care Group are a specialist provider of residential children's homes for children with learning disabilities, autism, complex behaviour, sensory and communication needs, attachment and trauma responses, and mental health needs. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, grow, and develop their independence. Led by a therapeutic PACE approach, our organisation is committed to providing the best possible opportunities for the children across our Ofsted regulated children’s homes.