Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker

Job description

Senior Childrens Residential Support Worker Department: ResidentialEmployment Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Lily Lodge - BrierfieldCompensation: £34,408 - £37,834 / yearDescription Senior Residential Support Worker – Children's HomeLocation: Brierfield, BurnleySalary: Up to £37,834 (depending on qualification held)*Hours: full time (2 days and 2 sleep nights in a row, followed by 4 day break)Are you a passionate and experienced support worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a nurturing, child-focused environment where every day brings the opportunity to make a real difference?We're looking for a Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Brierfield.Apply now and help shape brighter futures for children who need it most.About the Role Lily Lodge is a solo EBD home, providing our young person a safe, caring and structured home environment.As a Senior Support Worker, you'll play a key part in the running of the home and the needs of your young person.Responsibilities Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionalsSupporting care plans and helping young people achieve their goalsLeading by example and supporting junior colleagues on shiftPromoting a safe, clean, and happy home environmentEncouraging learning, development, and independence in every childKeeping records up to date with care and professionalismWhat We Are Looking For A minimum of 12 months experience in residential childcareA Level 3 Diploma (or above) in Residential Childcare (or an accepted equivalent)A full UK driving licence – essential for transporting young people and attending external meetingsA calm, resilient, and compassionate approach to careBe able to work shift patterns including sleep ins (rota given in advance but likely to be 2-on, 4-off)Candidates must have to work in the UKSuccessful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.What We Can Offer We want you to feel valued and supported in your role and as such, we offer a number of benefits, incentives and inhouse. Our benefits include (but are not limited to):A competitive salary of £34,408 to £37,834 per year (depending on qualification held)*A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!A casual dress codeFree food while you are on shiftEnhanced pay rates for overtime and bank holidaysComprehensive induction and ongoing training (accredited by the Bild Association)Career development opportunities – we had over 100 internal promotions last year!Access to an Employee Assistance Program, Online GP, healthcare and cashback, discounts and gift vouchers (through our employee rewards app)Monthly recognition awards*Estimated salary based on a pay rate of £13.80 to £15.45 per hour for days (depending on qualifications held) and working 8 sleep-nights per month on average (at £60 per sleep night). Rates applicable from April 2026.Apply today and become part of our highly valued team!

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brierfield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English