Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Esland Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker in Derby. This role offers a rewarding career providing therapeutic care to children. You will engage in recreational activities and ensure a safe environment. Essential qualifications include a Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare and experience in the field. Enjoy benefits like career progression and additional leave for your birthday while making a meaningful difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Career progression routes

Paid induction training

Company app with discounts

Additional day off for your birthday

Free stay at a company holiday home

Qualifications

• Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare required.
• Experience in Children’s Residential Care is necessary.
• Must be over 21 years old due to industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic care.
• Engage children in recreational activities like cinema, swimming, and sports.
• Promote equal opportunities and challenge discrimination.

Skills

Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare

Experience in Children’s Residential Care

Full UK driving license

Job description

Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Join us at Esland as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in children's lives. This role offers a rewarding career in residential care.

Position Details

Location: Oakwood House - Derby

Salary: £32,644 - £34,824 per year (based on 8 sleeps per month, hourly rate of £12.95 - £14.00). Opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates.

Hours: 173 hours/month, with shifts typically 2 days on, 3 days off, including sleep-ins. Rota provided in advance. 24/7 service due to nature of work.

Essential Requirements

• Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare and experience in Children’s Residential Care.
• Full UK driving license.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Applicants must be over 21 due to industry regulations.

Benefits

• Career progression routes and further qualifications in Residential Childcare.
• BILD accredited paid induction training.
• Access to a company app with discounts, online medical support, financial advice, and counselling.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Free stay at a company holiday home in the Peak District.

The Role

Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic care. Engage children in recreational activities like cinema, swimming, and sports. Employment is subject to satisfactory checks including DBS, right to work, and references, with costs covered by the company.

Promote equal opportunities and challenge discrimination in line with policies and regulations.

Additional Information

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Individual and Family Services