Senior Children's Residential Worker

ZG Recruitment Limited; Coalville; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent children's charity in Coalville is seeking a Senior Residential Children & Young Peoples Worker to support emotional wellbeing for ages 8-18. This full-time role involves building trust, supervising staff, and ensuring a safe environment for young people. You will work alongside a dedicated team, providing care, cooking, and documentation, while fostering independence and resilience in a nurturing setting. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package included.

Benefits

26 days annual leave increasing to 30

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Cycle to Work scheme

Interest-free travel loans

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare or be willing to complete this in the required timeframe.
• Driver and access to your own car.
• Relevant experience working with children & young people.
• At least 1 year supervisory and shift leader experience in a residential care setting.
• Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Ability to demonstrate good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and develop nurturing relationships promoting independence and wellbeing.
• Work with parents, carers, and professionals.
• Lead and support Residential Support Workers.
• Contribute to home upkeep including cooking and cleaning.
• Document information accurately and ensure records are up-to-date.
• Promote and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of safeguarding policies

Experience with children & young people

Supervisory experience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare

Job description

Senior Residential Children & Young Peoples Worker - Emotional Well-being Home

Coalville, Leicestershire

£28,360 - £37,531 + Night Shift Premium (approx. £3,000 per year)

Full-time | 3-week rolling rota

Long days and sleep ins, allowing you to work 2-3 shifts per week for the first two weeks and 1 shift only on the third week

Working for one of the largest children's charitys in England with over 800 services and growing.

If youre looking for a role where you can see the impact of what you do, this could be it. Youll finish each shift knowing youve helped a young person feel safer, more confident, and more hopeful about their future. Were looking for someone kind, calm under pressure, and passionate about giving children and young people the stability and support they deserve.

About The Service

Our beautiful Emotional Wellbeing Assessment Home in Coalville is recruiting for a new Residential Children & Young Peoples Worker. Supporting children and young people aged 8-18, the home provides short-term placements for up to three young people at a time, offering a safe and nurturing environment where they can explore new experiences, build friendships, and develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience.

What You'll Be Doing

To build trust and develop nurturing relationships which promote the service user's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities.

To work in partnership and build relationships with parents / carers and other professionals.

To lead and support the Residential Support Workers in their day-to-day duties.

To contribute to the upkeep of the home including cooking, cleaning etc.

To document information accurately and ensure records are kept up to date.

To ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to.

To promote, monitor and maintain a safe environment at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Must hold a Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare or be willing to complete this in the required timeframe.
• Driver and access to your own car.
• Relevant experience working with children & young people.
• At least 1 years supervisory and shift leader experience in a residential care setting.
• Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Pay and Benefits

The salary for this role is £28,360 - £37,531 per annum, plus a Night Shift Premium paid at one-third of the hourly rate (approximately £3,000 per year).

Youll also have access to a pension scheme with a 4% or 6% employer contribution and the option of salary sacrifice for tax savings.

Service-related pay progression and a refer-a-friend bonus scheme are available, alongside a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free travel loans.

Health, Wellbeing and WorkLife Balance

Youll receive 26 days of annual leave, increasing with service to 30 days, plus 8 public holidays.

Thes the option to buy up to 5 additional days of leave each year.

Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free, 24 / 7 advice and counselling, and we encourage wellbeing days, reflective practice sessions, and team events.

Hybrid and flexible working are available where appropriate, and youll have access to a free health cash plan to claim back on dental, optical, and therapy costs.

Training and Career Development

Youll receive a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, along with continuous professional development, regular supervision, and leadership coaching. There are clear opportunities for career progression, plus specialist training in trauma-informed and family-centred practice to help you grow in confidence and skill.

Why Join Us

No two days are ever the same, and thats exactly what makes this role so rewarding. Youll be part of a passionate, dedicated team that genuinely cares about each other and the young people we support. If youre ready to help children and families build brighter futures, apply today and start your next rewarding chapter in residential care.