Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

The Esland Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's support organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker to lead a dedicated team in providing hands-on care and support for children in a nurturing environment. Candidates should have the Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care and a valid UK driving licence. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive training, and numerous benefits including a pension scheme and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Fully funded qualifications

Enrolment into the pension scheme

248 hours annual leave

Extra shifts at enhanced rates

Paid bank holidays at time and a half

Comprehensive paid induction training

Career development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Monthly recognition awards

Casual dress code

Employee discounts

Food available on shift

Free parking

Day off for your birthday

Access to a holiday home

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Experience in leading team shifts.
• Understanding child-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Building strong, trusting relationships with children.
• Supporting care plans and helping young people achieve their goals.
• Promoting a safe and happy home environment.

Skills

Proven experience in residential childcare

Calm, resilient, and compassionate approach

Ability to work shift patterns

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

Job description

Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

Department: Residential

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Honeysuckle Cottage - Warrington

Compensation: £32,644 - £34,824 / year

Description

📍 Location: Warrington, Cheshire
💰 Salary: Up to £34,800
🚗 Must hold a valid UK driving licence
🎓 Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

Are you a passionate and experienced support worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a nurturing, child-focused environment where every day brings the opportunity to make a real difference?

We’re looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Preston, our solo home suppors children and young people in a safe, caring, and structured home environment.

Ready to lead with heart and purpose? Apply now and help shape brighter futures for children who need it most.

💼 What You’ll Do:

As a Senior Support Worker, you’ll play a key part in the daily life of our home. You’ll help lead your team on shift, provide hands‑on care, and support the young people through their everyday experiences — the highs and the lows.

• Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Supporting care plans and helping young people achieve their goals
• Leading by example and supporting junior colleagues on shift
• Promoting a safe, clean, and happy home environment
• Encouraging learning, development, and independence in every child
• Keeping records up to date with care and professionalism
• Taking part in sleep‑in shifts and working a 2‑on, 4‑off rota (with advance notice)

✅ What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in residential childcare
• Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)
• A full UK driving licence – essential for transporting young people and attending external meetings
• A calm, resilient, and compassionate approach to care
• Be able to work shift patterns including sleep ins (Rota plan given in advance but likely to be 2 on 4 off)

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).

🎁 What You’ll Get:

📚 Fully funded Level 3/4/5 Children and Young People’s Workforce qualification

🏦 Enrolment into the Esland pension scheme

🌴 248 hours annual leave per year

💸 Extra shifts/overtime available at enhanced rates

🎉 Bank holidays paid at time and a half

🧠 Comprehensive, paid induction training (accredited by the Bild Association of Certified Training)

🚀 Fantastic career development opportunities – over 50 internal promotions last year!

🚲 Cycle to work scheme

🤝 £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus

🏆 Monthly recognition awards

👕 Casual dress code

🛍️ Big-brand discounts via our E‑Together employee benefits scheme

🍽️ Food available while on shift

🅿️ Free parking

🎂 A day off for your birthday

🏞️ Free access to a holiday home in the Peak District

❤️ The opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in a child’s life