About the Role
Want to make a real, lasting difference in young people’s lives? At Olive Lodge, we provide a safe, nurturing and structured environment for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).
We are seeking a dedicated, resilient and compassionate Senior Residential Support Worker to join our team. This role is ideal for both experienced Senior Residential Workers looking for a rewarding environment and skilled Residential Support Workers ready to take the next step into leadership.
You will play a key role in leading shifts, supporting staff, and helping young people build confidence, resilience and independence.
About Olive Lodge
Olive Lodge is a three-bedroom children’s home located in Derby, dedicated to supporting young people aged 7–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and a range of additional needs.
The home accommodates up to three young people at a time, allowing for a highly personalised and therapeutic approach to care. Olive Lodge provides a safe, nurturing and structured environment where young people are supported to explore new opportunities, build meaningful relationships, and develop their confidence, independence and social-emotional skills.
Main Purpose of the Role
The Senior Residential Support Worker will provide first-line leadership and management to a small team of Residential Support Workers, ensuring that all children receive high-quality, person-centred care.
The role combines hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, including staff supervision, care planning, and maintaining strong partnerships with external professionals and stakeholders.
Why Join Lundi?
We recognise and reward the dedication of our team with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
- Competitive salary + sleep-in payments
- Bonuses for Ofsted outcomes (£100 ‘Good’, £200 ‘Outstanding’) and performance
- Long service awards
- 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days with service) + bank holiday
- Employee Assistance Programme (mental health & wellbeing support)
- Retail and gym discounts
- Free eye tests and meals provided on shift
- Quarterly staff recognition awards
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – essential
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare
- Experience in a senior or shift-leading role desirable, or readiness to step into one
- Willingness to complete Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification
- Full UK manual/ automatic driving licence
- Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and solve problems effectively
- Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management and child development
Our Commitment
Lundi Education and Care Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
We are an equal opportunities employer, embracing diversity, inclusion and the belief in “potential not perfection.”
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,801.50-£31,445.48 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid training
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)?
- Do you have experience in a supervisory or shift leader role within residential childcare?
- Do you hold a full UK manual/automatic driving licence?
- Do you have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future?
- Will you require visa sponsorship to work in the UK?
Work Location: In person
