Senior Residential Children & Young Peoples Worker - Emotional Well-being Assessment Home
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Syston, Leicestershire
£28,360 - £37,531 + Night Shift Premium (approx. £3,000 per year)
Full-time | 3-week rolling rota
Long days and sleep ins, allowing you to work 2-3 shifts per week for the first two weeks and 1 shift only on the third week
Working for one of the largest children's charitys in England with over 800 services and growing.
As a Senior RSW, youll balance frontline care with leadership responsibilities. Youll coach and support your team, encourage reflective practice, and help create a home environment built on trust, humour, and hope.
About The Service
Our beautiful new home in Syston supports children & young people between 8-18 years who have experienced trauma/significant life events which have negatively impacted their emotional well-being. The service will provide up to 3 service users at any one-time opportunities to enjoy different experiences, establish friendships and develop confidence, independence and support/restore their well-being and mental health.
What Youll Be Doing
To build trust and develop nurturing relationships which promote the service user's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities. To work in partnership and build relationships with parents/carers and other professionals. To lead and support the Residential Support Workers in their day-to-day duties. To contribute to the upkeep of the home including cooking, cleaning etc. To document information accurately and ensure records are kept up to date. To ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to. To promote, monitor and maintain a safe environment at all times.
What Were Looking For
Must hold a Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare orbe willing to complete this in the required timeframe.
Relevant experience working with children & young people.
At least 1 years supervisory and shift leader experience in a residential care setting.
Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Pay and Benefits
The salary for this role is £28,360 - £37,531 per annum, plus a Night Shift Premium paid at one-third of the hourly rate (approximately £3,000 per year).
Youll also have access to a pension scheme with a 4% or 6% employer contribution and the option of salary sacrifice for tax savings.
Service-related pay progression and a refer-a-friend bonus scheme are available, alongside a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free travel loans.
Health, Wellbeing and Work-Life Balance
Youll receive 26 days of annual leave, increasing with service to 30 days, plus 8 public holidays.
Theres the option to buy up to 5 additional days of leave each year.
Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free, 24/7 advice and counselling, and we encourage wellbeing days, reflective practice sessions, and team events.
Hybrid and flexible working are available where appropriate, and youll have access to a free health cash plan to claim back on dental, optical, and therapy costs.
Training and Career Development
Youll receive a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, along with continuous professional development, regular supervision, and leadership coaching. There are clear opportunities for career progression, plus specialist training in trauma-informed and family-centred practice to help you grow in confidence and skill.
Why Join Us
No two days are ever the same, and thats exactly what makes this role so rewarding. Youll be part of a passionate, dedicated team that genuinely cares about each other and the young people we support. If youre ready to help children and families build brighter futures, apply today and start your next rewarding chapter in residential care.
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