Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker

Job description

Full Time / 37 Hours / Permanent

Sponsorship is not available.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Make a real difference every day. Become a Residential Support Worker at one of our children's homes, where you’ll nurture young people’s growth and wellbeing in a supportive team that invests in you.

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people?

We have 8 children's homes ran by Leicester City Council rated as 'Good' and 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, which offer a warm and supportive environment for children and young people to thrive. We’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join our teams as Residential Support Workers.

In this role, you’ll help create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people feel valued, supported, and empowered. You’ll use your empathy, resilience, and positive approach to meet their needs, while helping them build confidence and thrive.

You will be part of a compassionate team that values every member. Our residential workers come from various backgrounds, and we are eager to support new team members as they grow in this rewarding role.

Your main duties will include

- Providing high-quality care and support to young people in a residential setting.

- Meeting the physical and emotional needs of the young people.

- Engaging in activities that promote their development and well-being.

- Working collaboratively with team members to create a safe and supportive environment.

- Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to care plans.

- Participating in shift work, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

To be successful in this role, you will need

- Experience working with vulnerable children, young people or adults, either in voluntary, or paid work or other relevant setting.

- A background in supporting individuals with diverse needs.

- A commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

- An ability to work in different locations

- Full Right to Work in the UK – Sponsorship is not available.

Under the Equality Act 2010, you must be aged 21 and over and upon being offered a post, we will do an enhanced DBS check, qualifications check and reference checks.

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following behaviours

- A caring and compassionate approach to working with young people.

- Resilience in handling challenging situations, both physically and emotionally.

- Strong teamwork skills, contributing positively to a collaborative environment.

- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of young people and the team.

Working Hours and Benefits

This role involves working shifts, including

- Early shifts: 7 am or 8am- 3:00 pm

- Late shifts: 2:00 pm - 10:00 or 11 pm

- Sleep in shifts with an allowance paid to undertake these

- A rota system, working 2 weekends in 3, with a 3-week rolling rota.

We offer generous enhancements for shift work, including additional pay for hours worked as overtime, nights, weekends and bank holidays. This can significantly increase your annual earnings.

At Leicester City Council, we offer

- A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.

- Opportunities for professional development and training.

- A supportive environment that encourages personal growth.

- A chance to be part of a community-focused organisation that truly cares.

If you are excited about working with young people, enjoy variety and fun, and are ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a warm, homely environment, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Mike Evans at Mike.Evans@leicester.gov.uk or 0116 454 4501