Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
Department: Residential
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Oakwood House - Derby
Reporting To: Home Manager
Compensation: GBP 32,644 - GBP 34,824 / year
Description
Make a real difference - Join us as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
Are you passionate about helping children thrive? At Esland, we believe every child deserves a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment. Join our team and start a truly rewarding career where you'll make a lasting impact.
Pay rate: GBP 32,644 - GBP 34,824 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of GBP GBP 14.00 per hour).Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate.
Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 3 days off, with sleep in's (shifts may vary). Rotas provided in advance.
Work that matters: We're a 365-day service because children need us every day.
What we're looking for:
A nurturing, patient, and resilient person who truly cares.
Essential requirements:
* Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare qualification and experience of working in Children's Residential Care.
* Full UK driving licence.
* The right to work in the UK.
* Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21.
Why choose Esland?
Career growth: Opportunities to progress into management roles - we had over 100 internal promotions last year
Training: Paid, BILD-accredited induction and the chance to gain further qualifications in Residential Childcare.
Perks:
* High street discounts, online GP, financial advice & counselling via our company app.
* Birthday day off, cycle-to-work scheme, monthly recognition awards.
* Casual dress, free meals on shift, and even free access to our Peak District holiday home
The home and what you'll do:
Our home is a warm and welcoming space where the boys we care for can truly be themselves.
Here, you'll support them in enjoying a variety of fun and enriching activities, including:
* Gaming and music
* Using computers for programming and coding
* Roller skating
* Playing the bass guitar
* Playing Pokémon card games
Every day brings new opportunities to create positive experiences and lasting memories.
What you'll do:
* Provide high-quality care and emotional support to children in a safe, nurturing environment.
* Every day is different - from helping with daily routines to planning fun activities tailored to the children's interests.
* Most importantly, you'll be a positive role model who helps them achieve amazing outcomes.
Ready to make a difference?
Join a team that's passionate about changing children's lives for the better. Apply today and start your journey with Esland
(Employment subject to Enhanced DBS, right-to-work, and reference checks - costs covered by us).