Senior Children's Residential Support Worker
Stoke-on-Trent | Full-Time
Change Lives. Build Futures. Be the Difference.
Every young person deserves someone who believes in them.
As a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping children and young people overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference and have experience within Residential Children's Care, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join AspireOne Care?
- Established and growing organisation since 2011 with a loyal, long-serving workforce
- Homes located across Stoke-on-Trent, Manchester and Crewe
- Estimated annual earnings of £32,000 - £33,500 including sleep-in payments
- Flexible shift patterns, including opportunities that do not always require sleep-ins
- Traditional 2 on, 4 off patterns available within some services
- Full-time permanent position
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Loyalty rewards at 3, 5, 10 and 15 years, including additional annual leave and enhanced pay
- Comprehensive induction and six-month welcome programme
- Fully funded Level 3 and Level 4 qualifications in Residential Childcare
- £1,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme (terms apply)
- Monthly employee recognition and team rewards
- All meals provided whilst on shift
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Birthday card and gift voucher
- Regular company events and celebrations
- Free onsite parking
About Us
At Aspireone Care, we provide therapeutic residential care for children and young people within family-style homes. Our services are rated Good and Outstanding by Ofsted and are supported by experienced leadership teams committed to delivering exceptional care.
We pride ourselves on creating a supportive workplace where staff feel valued, developed and rewarded for the incredible work they do every day.
The Role
As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will:
- Create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for young people
- Promote confidence, independence and positive relationships
- Support young people to participate in decisions about their care and future
- Lead shifts and support colleagues to maintain high standards of care
- Complete accurate recordings, reports and care documentation
- Build positive relationships with families, social workers and other professionals
- Support young people through important life transitions
- Act as a positive role model and mentor for both young people and staff
- Contribute to a culture focused on achieving the very best outcomes for children
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Experience working within Residential Children's Care
- Previous Senior Residential Support Worker experience
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Resilience, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for supporting young people
- Ability to work flexibly across a 7-day rota
Desirable:
- Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
- Experience leading shifts and supporting staff teams
Pay & Hours
- £13.96 - £14.21 per hour depending on qualifications and experience
- Fixed sleep-in payment for overnight duties
- Full-time contract based on approximately 40 hours per week
Safer Recruitment
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, identity checks and an Enhanced DBS check. AspireOne Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Apply Today
If you're ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV to our HR Team and start your next rewarding career with AspireOne Care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.96-£14.21 per hour
Work Location: In person
