Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Esland Care; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated children's support organization in the East Midlands seeks a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker to provide high-quality care and emotional support. You'll plan fun and engaging activities, ensuring each child's experience is positive. Opportunities for career advancement and comprehensive training are available, including a paid induction. The role offers a salary of £32,644 - £34,824 per annum, with additional perks like high street discounts and free meals during shifts.

Benefits

High street discounts

Casual dress

Free access to holiday home

Paid training

Monthly recognition awards

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children thrive.
• Ability to provide high-quality care in a nurturing environment.
• Flexibility to engage in various activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and emotional support to the children.
• Plan activities tailored to children's interests.
• Be a positive role model for children.

Skills

Emotional support

Activity planning

Role modeling

Job description

Make a real difference - Join us as a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker!

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? At Esland , we believe every child deserves a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. Join our team and start a truly rewarding career where you’ll make a lasting impact.

Pay rate : £32,644 - £34,824 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.95 - £14.00 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate.

Hours : 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 3 days off, with sleep in’s (shifts may vary). Rotas provided in advance.

Work that matters : We’re a 365-day service because children need us every day.

Our home is a warm and welcoming space where the boys we care for can truly be themselves.

Here, you’ll support them in enjoying a variety of fun and enriching activities, including :

• Gaming and music
• Using computers for programming and coding
• Roller skating
• Playing the bass guitar
• Playing Pokémon card games

Every day brings new opportunities to create positive experiences and lasting memories.

What you will do :

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Every day is different – from helping with daily routines to planning fun activities tailored to the children’s interests.
• Most importantly, you’ll be a positive role model who helps them achieve amazing outcomes.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that’s passionate about changing children’s lives for the better. Apply today and start your journey with Esland!

(Employment subject to Enhanced DBS, right-to-work, and reference checks – costs covered by us).

Career growth : Opportunities to progress into management roles – we had over 100 internal promotions last year!

Training : Paid, BILD-accredited induction and the chance to gain further qualifications in Residential Childcare.

Perks :

• High street discounts, online GP, financial advice & counselling via our company app.
• Birthday day off, cycle‑to‑work scheme, monthly recognition awards.
• Casual dress, free meals on shift, and even free access to our Peak District holiday home!