Senior Children and Young People Residential Support Worker
Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
Be the Game-Changer as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker! Bring your skills, energy, and passion for transforming children’s lives, and we’ll give you the platform to shine as a Senior Children's Residential Support Worker . 35,806 plus £3900 annual sleep in allowance. Condensed shifts: 2 days on, 4 days off on a rolling rota (yes, this means work-life balance is real here!). 6 weeks annual leave. Additional leave at 2- and 5-years’ service. Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. £1,000 bonus for every friend you refer. Medicash health benefits, including optical and dental cashback, 24/7 virtual GP access, and a range of wellness perks. Discounts on gyms, high street brands, restaurants, and more. Life assurance worth 2x your annual salary. Auto-enrolled company pension. As the shift lead, you’ll mentor, coach, and inspire your team to bring their A-game. Be the problem-solver, the motivator, and the role model for the children in your care. Forge deep connections with our multi-disciplinary teams to craft unique, child-centric care plans. Get hands-on: whether it’s helping with homework, exploring the outdoors, or just being the steady presence they can rely on, you’ll make every day count. What We’re Looking For Qualifications : You’ve achieved your Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Children and Young People’s Workforce. Experience : You’ve worked with children in residential care or similar settings and know how to navigate challenging behaviours like a pro. Whether you’re an experienced Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, or simply ready for a fulfilling challenge, we’d love to hear from you! All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland as we follow safer recruitment processes.
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