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Senior Residential Support Worker
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Senior Residential Support Worker
Residential Support Worker (Senior) – Compass Homes
Want to work in a children’s home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children’s lives? Are you determined, caring and resilient? If you’re an experienced Residential Worker looking for a role with clear career progression, this could be perfect for you.
About the Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker with Compass, you will:
- Foster an environment where children are accepted as they are in a non-judgmental way, helping them build self-esteem and confidence for adulthood.
- Teach life skills to support their growth and development.
- Build positive, trusting relationships while safeguarding their well-being at all times.
This is a leadership-focused position where you will:
- Oversee and supervise residential staff
- Lead shifts and implement policies, procedures, and risk assessments
- Coordinate rotas and ensure placement plans are followed
- Support education and holistic development for the children you care for
- Offer guidance to Residential Workers across the team
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You’ll engage with diverse children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of care and supervision.
Requirements
We are looking for:
- Minimum 22 years of age (due to Ofsted regulations)
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children’s and Young People’s Workforce
- At least 2 years of experience in residential childcare and working with young people
- A valid manual driving licence (essential for this role)
Why Work with Compass?
- Starting salary of £32,344 + £60 per sleep-in shift
- "Passport to Manage" training to progress to a Level 5 qualification and management opportunities
- Performance bonuses:
- £100 for achieving a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating
- £200 for achieving an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating
- Service awards:
- £200 after 2 years
- £400 after 5 years
- £600 after 10 years
- Up to £500 extra for outstanding practice
- ** generously paid leave**:
- 224 hours annually (增加 up to 248 hours after 4 years)
- Additional paid days:
- Birthday leave
- Wellbeing/special leave
- Volunteer time
- Half-day for festive celebrations
- Comprehensive health incentives (MediCash):
- Cashback for medical, dental, optical, physiotherapy, and wellness appointments
- Pension scheme to support long-term financial security
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Note on hiring:
- Successful candidates must provide references and a successful enhanced DBS check.
- Compass is an equal opportunity employer, prioritising diversity, inclusion, and values "Potential Not Perfection". Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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