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Senior Residential Support Worker
Location: Compass Children's Homes
Salary: 31,305.60 - 34,259.20 (Inc. sleep-ins)
Are you passionate about making a positive, lasting difference in children's lives? Do you have the skills to lead a team? Are you ready to step into a role with clear pathways into management? If your answer is "yes", then a Senior Residential Support Worker role with Compass Children's Homes is perfect for you!
Why Choose Compass?
At Compass, we are deeply committed to providing the highest quality care for children and young people. We are looking for dedicated individuals with a passion for supporting vulnerable children to join our outstanding teams.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary: 31,305.60 - 34,259.20 per annum (inclusive of sleep-ins at 50 per sleep-in).
- Clear career progression: We offer "Passport to Manage" training and support towards gaining your Level 5 qualification, helping you grow into a management role.
- Flexible work-life balance: Enjoy flexible working patterns that fit around your lifestyle.
- Referral bonuses: Earn up to 3,250 by recommending a foster carer or up to 1,000 for a full-time staff referral.
- Performance rewards: Receive 100 for achieving a 'Good' Ofsted outcome and 200 for achieving an 'Outstanding' outcome.
- Long service awards: Receive up to 600 for long service milestones (2, 5, and 10 years) and up to 500 for outstanding practice.
- Health and wellbeing support: Access our MediCash scheme, receive cashback for medical treatments, and enter the REACH Awards for a chance to win up to 150 in vouchers monthly.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people, using your life skills and experience to help them thrive.
- Provide guidance and support to residential workers, leading shifts and ensuring the highest standards of care and supervision.
- Oversee placement plans, ensure policies and procedures are followed, manage rotas, and support children's education.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people while ensuring their safety and welfare at all times.
What You Need:
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (mandatory).
- At least 2 years of experience in residential childcare, working alongside young people.
- Leadership skills and a passion for supporting both staff and children.
- A valid driving licence and age 22 or older (as required by children's home regulations).
- Commitment to undergo a robust recruitment process, including enhanced DBS checks and adherence to a strict code of conduct.
Join Us and Make a Real Difference!
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly impact children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become a Senior Residential Support Worker at Compass Children's Homes.
Compass is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a diverse team strengthens our ability to provide exceptional care for our children and young people.
Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!
