Job Description:
Residential Support Worker / Senior Residential Support Worker
● Hourly rate : £13 Unqualified RSW / £14 Qualified RSW/ £15.50 Senior RSW
● Hours: 40 Hours 160 hours a month
● Sleep ins: £60 average 9 per month
● Hours/Shift: You will work on a 1 on 2 off rolling rota
● Contract Type: Full time
● Reports To: Registered Manager/Deputy Manager/ Senior Support Lead
● Location: Earl Shilton
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check
Mission Statement
Our mission is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, safe, and empowered. We are committed to fostering resilience, personal growth, and long-term stability through dedicated support, innovative programs, and a child-centered approach.
Role Overview
As a Resident Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the home and ensuring the well-being of children in a safe and nurturing environment. You will help build children’s independence skills, act as a key worker, and develop professional relationships with both the children and external professionals. Working within a structured rota, you will contribute to maintaining consistency and stability in the home while also balancing your own work-life commitments.
Key Responsibilities
● Child Welfare & Support: Provide a comprehensive residential service, ensuring the physical, social, and emotional care of children.
● Home Management: Maintain a structured, safe, and nurturing home environment by promoting routines, boundaries, and domestic responsibilities.
● Care Planning & Compliance: Work in line with children’s care plans, positive support plans, and risk assessments to ensure their well-being and development.
● Positive Outcomes: Support children in achieving positive outcomes in areas such as health, safety, education, and overall well-being.
● Regulatory Compliance: Work in accordance with the Quality Standards for Children’s Homes 2015 and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
● Inspection & Oversight: Support and cooperate with inspections such as Ofsted and Regulation 44 visits.
● Key Worker Responsibilities: Undertake the role of a key worker, ensuring compliance with the Key Working policy and building trusting relationships with the children.
● Training & Development: Attend training, supervisions, and team meetings to develop the home, team, and children.
● Professional Collaboration: Work in partnership with other agencies and professionals to meet the needs of the children.
● Confidentiality & Data Protection: Maintain GDPR compliance by ensuring records are stored securely and confidentially.
● Health & Safety: Maintain responsibility for health and safety within the home, ensuring a secure environment for children, colleagues, and visitors.
Required Skills & Experience
● Experience working in children’s residential care or a care related field.
● Excellent resilience, common-sense and ability to think on your feet.
● Strong organisational skills, with demonstrable ability to complete paperwork on time and to a high standard.
● Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and best practices in child care.
● Ability to work within structured routines and maintain consistency for children.
● Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with children and professionals.
● A commitment to providing a child-centered and inclusive care environment.
Qualifications
● NVQ Level 3/4 in Children’s and Young People’s Workforce (or willingness to achieve this qualification).
● Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
● First Aid and Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete training upon hiring).
Personal Responsibilities
● Attend all internal staff meetings.
● Participate in all training provided by Aspire Rise (unless permission is granted by management).
● Maintain compliance with company policies on equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination.
Why Join Us?
● Be part of a mission-driven organisation making a real impact in children's lives.
● A supportive and collaborative work environment with professional development opportunities.
● The chance to contribute to a positive and nurturing home environment for children in need.
If you are passionate about child welfare and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of a growing team!
Note that we are not able to provide Visa Sponsorships at this time.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Please send your CV and application to : [email protected]
Pay: £24,420.00-£36,042.98 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
