Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Take the next step in your Residential Childcare career within our up-and-coming company as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Senior Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Birmingham

Overall package: £34,384 - £37,664 p/a (based on 6-8 sleep-ins per month)

Additional Bonuses: Up to £3000 per annum in performance-based bonuses

Enhanced Overtime: +£2.20 per hour

Hours: Full time, up to 40 hours per week (+ sleeps required)

Shift pattern: 7:30-21:30, 2 on 3 off (flexibility required)

About Us:

Insight Care Group are a specialist provider of Residential Childcare for young people with learning disabilities. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, grow, and develop their independence. Led by a therapeutic PACE approach, our organisation is committed to providing the best possible opportunities for the children across our two Ofsted regulated children's homes.

The Registered Manager has a plethora of experience and is a specialist in operating Learning Disability homes to 'good' and 'outstanding' standards. You can expect vast opportunities to learn and grow with this astounding team.

Our Package and Benefits:

Basic pay: £ £15.80 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus £50 per sleep-in

Estimated package: Earn up to £37,664 per annum,based on 8 sleep-ins per month

Enhanced Overtime Rate: An additional +£2.20 per hour over your contracted hours

Additional Staff Bonuses: Opportunity for the whole staff team to earn up to £3000 each on top of the estimated package, based on performance

Training & Development: Opportunity to complete a fully funded & accredited Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare qualification, paid induction program, and continuous training opportunities, including the therapeutic 'PACE' approach, and more

Wellbeing & Recognition: Access to six free counselling sessions, Employee Assistance Program, a gift on your birthday, Employee of the Month rewards, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Holidays & Leave: 5.6 weeks (28 days) of paid annual leave, including bank holidays.

Additional Benefits: earn up to £500 per referral with our Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Bright Exchange program discounts, and more

The Role:

As a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding care while ensuring the smooth operation of the home. Your key responsibilities will include:

Leadership & Mentorship: Supervise and support a team of support workers, conduct appraisals, supervisions, and ensure high-quality care delivery.

Care Planning: Develop and review personalized care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans to meet the needs and goals of each child.

Safeguarding & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safeguarding policies and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards.

Supporting Young People: Act as a key worker, promoting life skills, independence, and personal development. Plan and participate in engaging activities and educational programs.

Health & Safety: Conduct regular checks, oversee medication administration, and ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for residents.

Communication: Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external professionals while maintaining detailed and accurate records.

Key Requirements:

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

Experience working with young people in a residential care setting.

Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

A full UK driving license (preferred but not essential).

Commitment to the safety, well-being, and development of children.

Application Process:

Please submit your CV directly via Indeed and it will be reviewed promptly. If shortlisted, a member of our team will be in contact to have a chat regarding your application and may extend an invite for a formal interview. As part of our safer recruitment process, all shortlisted candidates will undergo enhanced DBS checks, references, and employment history verification.

Join Insight Care Group to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people and help them achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive, and enriching environment. Could you be the right person to lead our fantastic team?

If you have any questions about the role, please don't hesitate to give us a call on – we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £34,384.00-£37,664.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Experience:

• residential childcare: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Level 3 in residential childcare, or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SSW- ICG