Witherslack Group
Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
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Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
Shift Leader – Children’s Homes | £36,231 - £40,640 (including benefits)
About the Role
Those huge small victories
Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day-to-day life. You’ll witness and celebrate the highest highs and lowest lows, enabling young people to reclaim their childhood while creating pathways to becoming well-rounded adults—an incredibly rewarding journey.
Our homes support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), and our Shift Leaders play a vital role in creating positive outcomes. While challenges arise, it’s those small victories along the way that make every moment meaningful.
Get out what you put in
As a Shift Leader, you’ll be the daily anchor for our young people, ensuring routines, connections, and safe, nurturing spaces. You’ll lead a team, maintain operational excellence, and step in as a deputised Team Leader when needed.
Key strengths we seek:
- A relatable, relationship-driven approach – someone who can connect deeply with young people.
- Compassion, resilience, and empathy – essential when working with complex needs.
- Leadership that inspires – you’ll motivate and support your team while upholding high standards of care.
This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a real, lasting difference in young lives.
What We Offer You
Competitive Remuneration & Benefits
- Base Salary: £30,991 - £35,400 per annum
- Enhanced Earnings:
- Up to 4 sleep-ins per month, paid at £80 each (approx. £3,840 per year)
- £1,400 Attendance Allowance (assuming good attendance)
- Superior Benefits Package:
- 4-week induction program on our Care Academy (fully funded, led by experienced professionals).
- 7 weeks annual leave (pro-rated for part-time roles).
- Career progression opportunities: Many Team Leaders and Managers started as residential staff; our ‘Aspire’ leadership programme supports future managers.
- Flexible benefits: Customisable pension contributions, holiday allowance, and life insurance.
- Wellbeing support:
- Employee assistance programmes
- Medical cover (reimbursement for opticians, dentists, etc.)
- High-street discounts and staff perks
- Meals provided on-site
- £1,000 referral bonus for every colleague you successfully recommend who joins Witherslack Group.
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Typical Hours
- Rotating shift patterns (including nights, early starts, and weekends).
- Sleep-ins encouraged (paid supporting periods available).
- Part-time opportunities available.
Bring Your Whole Self to Work
At Witherslack Group, we celebrate diversity in all its forms—because that’s what makes us the best at what we do.
Our young people come from every background, with diverse needs and strengths, and our workforce mirrors that diversity. This ensures our teams can engage, encourage, and inspire each person to be their authentic self.
No formal experience is required, but here’s what you’ll need:
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- Empathy, honesty, and a genuine commitment to supporting young people (and each other).
- The resilience to navigate challenging situations with care and adaptability.
- A full UK driving licence, held for at least 12 months.
- If you don’t already hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll fund and support your training to qualify you.
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Care Academy Preparation
Before day-one, you’ll join our ‘Care Academy’—a 4-week training programme with expert WG professionals ensuring you feel confident, equipped, and ready to uphold our highest standards of care.
Why Join Witherslack Group?
- Specialist Special Care Provider: We’re the UK’s leading provider of education and care for young people with SEMH and additional needs (SEN).
- Inclusivity & Support: Our mission is to champion neurodiversity, individuality, and all forms of difference. Whether it’s lived experience or unique perspectives, we believe every voice matters.
- Race Equality Charter Leader and proudly inclusive employer—we’ll support you with any needs you have throughout recruitment and beyond.
Safeguarding Commitment
At Witherslack Group, the safeguarding and welfare of our young people come first. This role requires:
- An enhanced DBS check (funded by us).
- An online search as part of standard safeguarding checks.
We adhere to equal opportunities policies, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for all.
Next Steps
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For further information on our ex-offenders policy, please visit: 🔹 www.witherslackgroup.co.uk/employment-ex-offenders-policy
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