Senior Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker

Location: Leicestershire, East Midlands, LE postcode area

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Our client, a leading children’s charity, is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker to join their Emotional Well-being Home in Leicestershire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and support children aged 8–18 in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker based in Leicestershire, your daily duties will include:

• Building positive, trusting, and nurturing relationships with children and young people.
• Supporting emotional wellbeing, education, daily routines, independence skills, and personal development.
• Leading shifts and providing guidance and support to Residential Support Workers.
• Promoting high standards of care, safeguarding, and professional practice.
• Supporting care planning, reviews, and outcome-focused interventions.
• Developing effective partnerships with parents, carers, social workers, and education providers.
• Ensuring accurate and timely recording and reporting.
• Contributing to the smooth running of the home, including household responsibilities and community activities.
• Fostering a positive team culture that encourages reflective practice and continuous improvement.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker, you will need:

• A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare or a commitment to achieving this within the required timeframe.
• Experience working with children and young people within a residential care setting.
• Experience of leading shifts and supporting colleagues in a care environment.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.
• Strong organisational and recording skills.

Benefits & Work Environment:
Our client offers a competitive salary with regular pay reviews, alongside a range of benefits including:

• Generous pension scheme and ongoing training opportunities.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• 26 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Cycle2work scheme, discounts at high street shops, and access to employee assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career progression into managerial roles.

If you are a qualified Senior Residential Children & Young People’s Worker seeking a rewarding role in Leicestershire, apply today!

Note: Our client, a prominent children’s charity, is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.

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