Senior Residential Support Worker - Lead & Impact Care

Compass Community Limited; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay £60

Ofsted outcome bonus

Service awards

Holiday entitlement

MediCash

Company pension

Job summary

Compass Homes in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to lead shifts, supervise staff, and safeguard children in care. You will play a key role in ensuring placement plans are followed and education is supported, while building positive relationships with the children.

The role offers progression into management, a starting salary of £32,344 plus £60 sleep-in per event, and bonus opportunities for Ofsted outcomes. A driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Age 22+ to meet Ofsted requirements.
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Residential Support Worker.
• Valid manual driving license.
• Evidence of progress and transfer of qualification to Compass.
• Currently holds or working towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, with at least 50% completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and supervise staff in a residential setting.
• Build positive relationships with children and safeguard them at all times.
• Ensure placement plans are followed and education is supported.
• Provide guidance and support to residential workers to maintain high standards.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Safeguarding & child welfare

Communication skills

Shift management

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Compass Homes in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker to lead shifts, supervise staff, and safeguard children in care. You will play a key role in ensuring placement plans are followed and education is supported, while building positive relationships with the children.

The role offers progression into management, a starting salary of £32,344 plus £60 sleep-in per event, and bonus opportunities for Ofsted outcomes. A driving license is required.