Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special education and care provider in Northampton seeks a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to support young people's daily lives. The role involves building relationships, supervising staff, and ensuring the home operates smoothly. The position offers a rewarding yet challenging environment with opportunities for career progression and various benefits.

Benefits

7 weeks’ annual leave

Flexible benefits

Medical cover

High-street discounts

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• UK driving license held for at least 12 months.
• Support for study provided if without Level 3 Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth daily operation of the home and support young people.
• Support and supervise staff, stepping in as deputy when needed.
• Build relationships with young people, demonstrating compassion and leadership.

Skills

Positive attitude

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker, Northampton

Client:

Witherslack Group

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

Details:

• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Views: 3
• Posted: 19.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £35,270 - £39,542 (assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep-ins per month)

Working in our Children’s Homes involves being part of a young person’s daily life, supporting them through their highs and lows. Our shift leaders help young people regain their childhood and develop into well-rounded adults. The role is rewarding but challenging, with small victories that make a big difference.

Our homes serve young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, aiming to achieve the best outcomes. Our shift leaders are motivated by making positive changes, celebrating even small successes.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the smooth daily operation of the home and support young people.
• Support and supervise staff, stepping in as deputy for the Team Leaders when needed.
• Build relationships with young people, demonstrating compassion, resilience, and leadership.

Benefits:

• Salary: £30,030 - £34,302
• Sleep-in payments: Up to 4 per month at £80 each, approx. £3,840/year
• Attendance Allowance: £1,400 (assuming good attendance)
• Training: 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks’ annual leave
• Career Progression: Opportunities for promotion and management training
• Flexible benefits: holidays, pension, life insurance
• Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover and high-street discounts
• Meals provided during shifts
• Excellent facilities and working environment
• Referral bonus scheme: £1,000 per successful referral

Candidate Qualities:

• Positive attitude and team spirit
• Honesty and empathy
• Resilience in challenging situations
• UK driving license (held for at least 12 months)
• If without Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, support for study provided

Start as a Residential Support Worker through our 4-week Care Academy training, gaining confidence and skills to support young people.

About Us:

Join the UK’s leading special education and care provider. We value diversity and are committed to safeguarding, requiring an enhanced DBS check and online search. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

For full details, click here for the job description and person specification, and here for our ex-offenders policy.

Additional Notes:

If you do not hold a passport from the country of the vacancy, a work permit may be required. Please do not include bank details in your application; apply via the 'Apply now' button. Applications are managed through Eurojobs.com.

Created on 19/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom