Senior Residential Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Regular pay reviews

Flexible hybrid working

26 days annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Our client in Leicestershire is seeking a Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker to lead shifts and support children aged 8–18 in a trauma-informed home. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding, care planning and delivering high-quality care within a nurturing environment.

The role offers a competitive salary with regular pay reviews, a generous pension, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities for progression into managerial roles.

Qualifications

• Experience leading shifts in a residential care setting.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing, education, routines and personal development.
• Leading shifts and guiding Residential Support Workers.
• Promoting high standards of care, safeguarding and professional practice.
• Supporting care planning, reviews and outcome-focused interventions.
• Developing partnerships with parents, carers, social workers and schools.
• Ensuring accurate recording and timely reporting.
• Contributing to smooth home operation and team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Record keeping

Education

Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker

Location: Leicestershire, East Midlands, LE postcode area

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Our client, a leading children’s charity, is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker to join their Emotional Well-being Home in Leicestershire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and support children aged 8–18 in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Building positive, trusting, and nurturing relationships with children and young people.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing, education, daily routines, independence skills, and personal development.
• Leading shifts and providing guidance and support to Residential Support Workers.
• Promoting high standards of care, safeguarding, and professional practice.
• Supporting care planning, reviews, and outcome-focused interventions.
• Developing effective partnerships with parents, carers, social workers, and education providers.
• Ensuring accurate and timely recording and reporting.
• Contributing to the smooth running of the home, including household responsibilities and community activities.
• Fostering a positive team culture that encourages reflective practice and continuous improvement.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare or a commitment to achieving this within the required timeframe.
• Experience working with children and young people within a residential care setting.
• Experience of leading shifts and supporting colleagues in a care environment.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.
• Strong organisational and recording skills.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Our client offers a competitive salary with regular pay reviews, alongside a range of benefits including:
• Generous pension scheme and ongoing training opportunities.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• 26 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Cycle2work scheme, discounts at high street shops, and access to employee assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career progression into managerial roles.

Note

Our client, a prominent children’s charity, is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.