Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker
Location: Lancashire, Lancashire, GB, PR3 5JJ
Salary: £37,254 – £41,808 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep ins per month
About the Role
Those huge small victories Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our shift leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults — an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory!
Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our shift leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.
Key Responsibilities
- Take care of our young people daily, ensuring smooth operations and creating lasting memories.
- Support the staff team and ensure the home operates at high standards.
- Prepare to deputise for the Team Leaders when needed.
- Relate to and build relationships with young people through compassion, emotional resilience, and support.
- Provide inspiring leadership to colleagues.
What We Do for You
We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people plus you’ll get:
- Salary: Base salary of £32,014 – £36,568
- Bonuses: Up to 4 sleep ins per month, paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance assuming good attendance
- Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
- Holiday: 7 weeks’ holiday
- Progression: Opportunities for career development within the group, including our Aspire’ future managers programme
- Flexible benefits package: Increase/decrease holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance options
- Wellbeing: Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
- Medical cover for services like opticians or dentists and discounts
- Meals provided at work
- Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
- A recommend a friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus
Our Culture and Values
At Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences. Our workforce reflects the diverse backgrounds of the young people we support, encouraging engagement and inspiration to be themselves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are committed to inclusion, equality, and safeguarding.
Requirements
- A can-do attitude and team spirit
- Genuine care, honesty, and empathy
- Resilience to challenge
- A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months
- If lacking a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, we will support you to study and develop through our Care Academy training
Join Us
Start your career as a Residential Support Worker by completing our 4-week off-the-job training with experienced professionals. Become part of the UK’s leading provider of special education and care.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and belongs. We understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing neurodiversity. We welcome all applicants and are proud to uphold safeguarding and equal opportunities policies. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and online search.
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