Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

Esland; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a compassionate Senior Children's Residential Support Worker to impact children's lives positively. In this fulfilling role, you will provide essential support in a nurturing environment, helping young people achieve their potential through tailored care and engaging activities. You'll be part of a dedicated team in a small group home, where your contributions will foster growth and development. With opportunities for professional advancement and a commitment to employee well-being, this position offers a rewarding career path in the field of childcare. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Paid induction training

High street discounts

Online medical support

Financial advice and counselling

Day off for your birthday

Access to a holiday home

Qualifications

• 12+ months experience in children's residential care required.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding childcare and support to young people.
• Assist with domestic needs, education, and social skills.

Skills

Childcare

Support Work

Communication Skills

Therapeutic Approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Department: Residential

Location: Meadowstile Farm - Stoke-on-Trent

Compensation: £32,119 - £34,195 / year

Description:

Do you want to make a difference to a child's life? Then become a highly valued Senior Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career!

Hours: full time, 1 day on 2 days off or 2 days on, 4 days off (with sleep nights). We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Rotas given in advance.

Pay rate: £12.35 to £13.35 per hour, days (depending on qualification), £60 per sleep night (equates to approximately £32,119 to £34,195 per annum). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate.

Esland are driven to changing children's lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can provide outstanding childcare and support our young people to achieve amazing outcomes.

Our Stoke-on-Trent home is a small group home that offers a homely setting for three young people who need therapeutic placements. Our teams support their young person with all of their domestic needs, education, socialisation skills while learning new things and experiencing fun activities and excursions together.

What we can offer a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker:

• We offer routes for progression and the opportunity to undergo a qualification once employed.
• We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training.
• You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling.
• A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement).
• Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!

Essential requirements for a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker:

• A minimum of 12 months experience in a children's residential care home.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice.
• A Full driving licence issued in the UK.
• Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions.
• Values in line with Esland's, such as taking a therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare.
• Due to industry regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or above.

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.