Waking Night Children & Young Peoples Worker

Job Title: Residential Children & Young People’s Worker

Location: Rothley, Leicestershire

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Residential Children & Young People’s Worker to join our new Short Breaks Service in Rothley, Leicestershire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive environment, helping children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs to develop confidence, independence, and social skills.

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

• Building trust and nurturing relationships to promote the independence and wellbeing of service users.
• Working collaboratively with parents, carers, and professionals to support each child's individual needs.
• Contributing to the upkeep of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Accurately documenting information and ensuring records are kept up to date.
• Adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures to protect vulnerable children and young people.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment at all times.

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

• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willingness to achieve this within the required timeframe.
• Motivation to make a positive difference in young people's lives, creating a safe space and building resilience.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children and young people.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Experience working or volunteering with children and young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous pension scheme and holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per year, increasing with service.
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working options.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with employer contributions.
• Discount schemes, cycle-to-work scheme, and cashback offers.
• Access to health cash plans, employee assistance programs, and ongoing training opportunities.

If you are a qualified Residential Children & Young People’s Worker looking for an impactful role in Rothley, Leicestershire, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.