Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

Esland; Preston; On-site; GBP 34,408 - 36,588; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £34,408–£36,588

Pension scheme

Annual leave 248 hours

Overtime at enhanced rates

Birthday day off

Induction training

Career development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Bank holidays paid

Casual dress code

Free parking

Job summary

Esland is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for Pear Tree Cottage in Preston. The role focuses on providing high-quality care and emotional support to looked after children aged 6 to 18 in a calm, therapeutic environment.

Requirements include 12 months in children's residential care, Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or near completion) and a full UK driving licence. The position includes shift work with sleep-ins as per rota, and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience in Children's Residential Care.
• A calm, resilient and compassionate approach to care.
• Full UK driving licence - essential for transporting young people and external meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing space.
• Help shape brighter futures through consistency, compassion, and resilience.
• Support the home manager with the smooth running of the home, taking responsibility and providing supervisory support to the home's care workers.

Skills

Driving Licence

Calm approach

Legislation knowledge

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Department: Residential

Location: Pear Tree Cottage - Preston

Compensation: £34,408 - £36,588 / year

Location: Preston

Salary: Up to £36,588 per annum (depending on qualifications held)*

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.

About The Role

Pear Tree Cottage is a two bedroom home, ensuring a small, calm and therapeutic environment for looked after children between the ages of 6 and 18.

As part of our highly valued team, you will:

• Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing space
• Help shape brighter futures through consistency, compassion, and resilience
• Support the home manager with the smooth running of the home, taking responsibility and providing supervisory support to the home's care workers

What We Need From You

• A minimum of 12 months experience in Children's Residential Care
• A Level 3 Diploma (or above) in Residential Childcare (or close to completion)
• A full UK driving licence - essential for transporting young people and attending external meetings
• A calm, resilient, and compassionate approach to care
• A thorough knowledge of the legislation and regulations surround children's 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).

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

What We Can Offer

• A competitive salary of £34,408 to £36,588 per annum, depending on qualification held (estimated salary based on a pay rate of £13.80 to £14.85 per hour for days and working 8 sleep-nights per month on average at £60 per sleep night)
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday)
• 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
• Much more!