Senior Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Syston, Leicestershire, East Midlands, LE7 1AB

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Support Worker to join our new Emotional Well-being Home in Syston, Leicestershire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, helping children and young people between the ages of 8-18 who have experienced trauma and significant life events. The service aims to promote emotional well-being, independence, and confidence through personalised care and support.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Residential Support Worker based in Syston, Leicestershire, your daily duties will include:

• Building trusting, nurturing relationships to promote the emotional well-being and independence of children and young people.
• Leading and supporting a team of Residential Support Workers in delivering high-quality care.
• Contributing to the upkeep of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Documenting information accurately and ensuring all records are up to date in line with safeguarding policies.
• Working in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to support the needs of service users.
• Ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are strictly adhered to at all times.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will need:

• A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare or be willing to complete this within a specified timeframe.
• Relevant experience working with children and young people in a residential or similar setting.
• At least 1 year of supervisory and shift leader experience in a residential care environment.
• A good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days, increasing with service.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements, supporting work-life balance.
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with employer contributions.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Employee assistance programme offering 24/7 support.
• Discount schemes, cycle-to-work scheme, and access to training and development opportunities.

If you are a qualified Senior Residential Support Worker seeking a rewarding role in Syston, Leicestershire, apply today! Join us in making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.