Residential Team Leader (Advanced Skills Worker) Permanent, Full Time £35,124 - £40,065 per annum Location: Basildon Working Style: Fixed-base worker Closing date: 7 April 2026 Interview dates: Ongoing Join our brand-new children's homes to help shape and empower brighter futures for our young people. Are you passionate about supporting young people and ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're an experienced Residential Worker or Youth Worker, this is your opportunity to become an Residential Team Leader (Advanced Skills Worker) in our newly opened, purpose-built children's homes in Basildon. The role will be based across our brand-new Basildon sites- where you'll help create safe, nurturing environments for young people aged 11-17 who have experienced trauma. We're looking for compassionate professionals who want to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families across Essex. In return, you'll be part of a team of passionate, like-minded professionals, supported by an encouraging and approachable management team. You'll also benefit from access to high-quality training and development opportunities, helping you grow and advance your career within the child and family sector. Role overview: As a Residential Team Leader, also known as (Advanced Skills Worker) you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people within a residential care setting. You'll provide compassionate guidance and practical support to both young people and their families, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care through consistent, professional practice. Creating a safe, caring, and stable environment is at the heart of this role. You'll bring specialist knowledge and a trauma-informed approach to help young people feel secure, valued, and empowered to grow. Every day, you'll contribute to their development and learning, helping to improve long-term outcomes and build brighter futures. You'll also use your expertise in residential care to work directly with young people and families, setting and achieving meaningful goals. As a senior member of the team, you'll offer day-to-day guidance to care staff and formally supervise a group of residential workers, helping to build a strong, skilled, and supportive team under the leadership of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager. What You'll Do As Residential Team Leader (Advanced Skills Worker) you'll: Lead with confidence - Manage and guide shifts to create a safe, secure, and nurturing home environment where young people feel supported and valued. Champion therapeutic care - Help maintain a balanced, trauma-informed setting that promotes healing, growth, and positive risk-taking. Build meaningful relationships - Foster trust and connection with young people and colleagues to support holistic development both in the home and the wider community. Deliver high standards - Ensure daily practices align with quality frameworks and policies, contributing to a consistently high level of care. Collaborate for success - Work closely with managers and external partners to meet regulatory standards and deliver the best outcomes for children. Focus on individual progress - Develop tailored plans for each young person, proactively identifying risks and reviewing interventions to support their journey. Support key meetings - Participate in and facilitate meetings that empower young people and promote a learning culture within the home. Grow the team - Mentor and support colleagues, helping to build specialist knowledge and strengthen the overall capability of the service. Keep things running smoothly - Oversee the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring it remains a high-quality, outcome-focused environment. Drive performance - Work towards shared goals and personal development targets as part of our performance management framework. What We're Looking For Essential Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Experience working directly with children and young people in residential settings. Desirable Strong communication and listening skills and the ability to engage with others effectively and at all levels. Knowledge of a broad range of specific childcare theories and practices together with relevant policies and legislative framework. Knowledge and understanding of Child Protection Procedures together with an appreciation for the impact of trauma effects on child behaviour. Experience in leading shifts and facilitating group meetings. What You'll Get 37-hour working week + potential overtime opportunities 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy more Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Essex Rewards - discounts at hundreds of retailers Lifeworks Health & Wellbeing Platform 2 paid volunteering days (individual) + 2 team volunteering days annually Ongoing learning and development to support your career journey You will work an average 37 hours a week with shift times being 7.00am - 2.30pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm and you will have every other weekend off. The salary offered is made up of a basic salary £31,931 to £36,423 per annum, plus a guaranteed 10% allowance per annum, paid monthly, alongside the basic salary. Due to nature of this role any applicants need to be at least 21 years old to undertake this post. If shortlisted, you will be asked to attend the care home for a face-to-face interview. Ready to Apply? If you're ready to bring your skills, compassion, and energy to a team that's changing lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Residential Team Leader (Advanced Skills Worker) Permanent, Full Time £35,124 - £40,065 per annum Location: Basildon Working Style: Fixed-base worker Closing date: 7 April 2026 Interview dates: Ongoing Join our brand-new children's homes to help shape and empower brighter futures for our young people. Are you passionate about supporting young people and ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're an experienced Residential Worker or Youth Worker, this is your opportunity to become an Residential Team Leader (Advanced Skills Worker) in our newly opened, purpose-built children's homes in Basildon. The role will be based across our brand-new Basildon sites- where you'll help create safe, nurturing environments for young people aged 11-17 who have experienced trauma. We're looking for compassionate professionals who want to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families across Essex. In return, you'll be part of a team of passionate, like-minded professionals, supported by an encouraging and approachable management team. You'll also benefit from access to high-quality training and development opportunities, helping you grow and advance your career within the child and family sector. Role overview: As a Residential Team Leader, also known as (Advanced Skills Worker) you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people within a residential care setting. You'll provide compassionate guidance and practical support to both young people and their families, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care through consistent, professional practice. Creating a safe, caring, and stable environment is at the heart of this role. You'll bring specialist knowledge and a trauma-informed approach to help young people feel secure, valued, and empowered to grow. Every day, you'll contribute to their development and learning, helping to improve long-term outcomes and build brighter futures. You'll also use your expertise in residential care to work directly with young people and families, setting and achieving meaningful goals. As a senior member of the team, you'll offer day-to-day guidance to care staff and formally supervise a group of residential workers, helping to build a strong, skilled, and supportive team under the leadership of the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager. What You'll Do As Residential Team Leader (Advanced Skills Worker) you'll: Lead with confidence - Manage and guide shifts to create a safe, secure, and nurturing home environment where young people feel supported and valued. Champion therapeutic care - Help maintain a balanced, trauma-informed setting that promotes healing, growth, and positive risk-taking. Build meaningful relationships - Foster trust and connection with young people and colleagues to support holistic development both in the home and the wider community. Deliver high standards - Ensure daily practices align with quality frameworks and policies, contributing to a consistently high level of care. Collaborate for success - Work closely with managers and external partners to meet regulatory standards and deliver the best outcomes for children. Focus on individual progress - Develop tailored plans for each young person, proactively identifying risks and reviewing interventions to support their journey. Support key meetings - Participate in and facilitate meetings that empower young people and promote a learning culture within the home. Grow the team - Mentor and support colleagues, helping to build specialist knowledge and strengthen the overall capability of the service. Keep things running smoothly - Oversee the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring it remains a high-quality, outcome-focused environment. Drive performance - Work towards shared goals and personal development targets as part of our performance management framework. What We're Looking For Essential Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Experience working directly with children and young people in residential settings. Desirable Strong communication and listening skills and the ability to engage with others effectively and at all levels. Knowledge of a broad range of specific childcare theories and practices together with relevant policies and legislative framework. Knowledge and understanding of Child Protection Procedures together with an appreciation for the impact of trauma effects on child behaviour. Experience in leading shifts and facilitating group meetings. What You'll Get 37-hour working week + potential overtime opportunities 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy more Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Essex Rewards - discounts at hundreds of retailers Lifeworks Health & Wellbeing Platform 2 paid volunteering days (individual) + 2 team volunteering days annually Ongoing learning and development to support your career journey You will work an average 37 hours a week with shift times being 7.00am - 2.30pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm and you will have every other weekend off. The salary offered is made up of a basic salary £31,931 to £36,423 per annum, plus a guaranteed 10% allowance per annum, paid monthly, alongside the basic salary. Due to nature of this role any applicants need to be at least 21 years old to undertake this post. If shortlisted, you will be asked to attend the care home for a face-to-face interview. Ready to Apply? If you're ready to bring your skills, compassion, and energy to a team that's changing lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Residential Worker Permanent, Full Time £27,935 - £35,344 per annum (including allowance) Location: Basildon Working Style: Fixed-base worker Closing date: 7 April 2026 "If you have the ability to be patient, to be kind and to be there for any young person, then you can definitely do the job" - Cerys, Residential Worker. Join our brand-new children's homes to help shape and empower brighter futures for our young people. Are you looking to work in a brand-new children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? Are you compassionate, empathetic and resilient? If so, this opportunity could be perfect for you to start your career within the children and family sector! We are looking for a team of compassionate and patient Residential Workers to make a difference to the lives of local children and families who experience difficulties and inequalities. Hear more about the rewarding role of a Residential Worker here Role Overview: The role will be based across our brand-new Basildon sites - where you'll help create safe, nurturing environments for young people aged 11-17 who have experienced trauma. The Residential Worker will effectively contribute to looking after and working with young people and families directly to ensure the delivery of good quality care. The role requires you to be empathetic and resilient to ensure our young people feel safe and protected. In return, you'll be part of a team of passionate, like-minded professionals, supported by an encouraging and approachable management team. You'll also benefit from access to high-quality training and development opportunities, helping you grow and advance your career within the child and family sector. What You'll Get: 37-hour working week + potential overtime opportunities. 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy more. Generous Local Government Pension Scheme. Essex Rewards - discounts at hundreds of retailers. Lifeworks Health & Wellbeing Platform. 2 paid volunteering days (individual) + 2 team volunteering days annually. Ongoing learning and development to support your career journey. What You'll Do: This role calls for a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individual who can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Directly support children and young people within a residential home, ensuring all regulatory requirements and codes of practice are consistently met. Contribute to care planning , helping assess individual needs and develop clear, actionable placement plans that are regularly reviewed and updated. Facilitate positive family contact , supporting young people in maintaining healthy relationships and preparing for adulthood. Empower young people to make informed decisions about their lives, encouraging independence and self-confidence. Collaborate with the management team to maintain a healthy, safe, and supportive living environment that promotes independence. Support access to education and personal interests , helping young people grow, learn, and prepare for a successful transition into adulthood. Contribute to the operational effectiveness of the residential home, including monitoring care standards and occasionally leading shifts. Work towards individual and shared objectives , reviewed annually as part of the performance management framework. What We're Looking For Previous experience of working in a children's home would be desirable however there are many skills that you might have that would make you suitable for the role: Essential skills: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 2 years - fully funded) or equivalent by experience. Strong communication and listening skills and the ability to engage with others effectively and at all levels. Desirable skills: Evidence of working with young people to explore their behaviours and develop an understanding of their individual needs. Evidence of an awareness of child protection issues. Understands and demonstrates the ability to promote people's equality, diversity and rights alongside experience of being able to protect children from abuse. Experience of contributing to the development, provision and review of Placement, and other care management plans, with evidence of the ability to encourage young people to develop and maintain a positive sense of identity. You will work an average 37 hours a week with shift times being 7.00am - 2.30pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm and you will have every other weekend off. The salary offered is made up of a basic salary £25,395 up to £32,131 per annum, plus a guaranteed 10% allowance per annum, paid monthly, alongside the basic salary. Due to nature of this role any applicants need to be at least 21 years old to undertake this post. If shortlisted the interview process will be a video interview, followed by a face-to-face interview at the home. Ready to Apply? If you're ready to bring your skills, compassion, and energy to a team that's changing lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Residential Worker Permanent, Full Time £27,935 - £35,344 per annum (including allowance) Location: Basildon Working Style: Fixed-base worker Closing date: 7 April 2026 "If you have the ability to be patient, to be kind and to be there for any young person, then you can definitely do the job" - Cerys, Residential Worker. Join our brand-new children's homes to help shape and empower brighter futures for our young people. Are you looking to work in a brand-new children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? Are you compassionate, empathetic and resilient? If so, this opportunity could be perfect for you to start your career within the children and family sector! We are looking for a team of compassionate and patient Residential Workers to make a difference to the lives of local children and families who experience difficulties and inequalities. Hear more about the rewarding role of a Residential Worker here Role Overview: The role will be based across our brand-new Basildon sites - where you'll help create safe, nurturing environments for young people aged 11-17 who have experienced trauma. The Residential Worker will effectively contribute to looking after and working with young people and families directly to ensure the delivery of good quality care. The role requires you to be empathetic and resilient to ensure our young people feel safe and protected. In return, you'll be part of a team of passionate, like-minded professionals, supported by an encouraging and approachable management team. You'll also benefit from access to high-quality training and development opportunities, helping you grow and advance your career within the child and family sector. What You'll Get: 37-hour working week + potential overtime opportunities. 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy more. Generous Local Government Pension Scheme. Essex Rewards - discounts at hundreds of retailers. Lifeworks Health & Wellbeing Platform. 2 paid volunteering days (individual) + 2 team volunteering days annually. Ongoing learning and development to support your career journey. What You'll Do: This role calls for a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individual who can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Directly support children and young people within a residential home, ensuring all regulatory requirements and codes of practice are consistently met. Contribute to care planning , helping assess individual needs and develop clear, actionable placement plans that are regularly reviewed and updated. Facilitate positive family contact , supporting young people in maintaining healthy relationships and preparing for adulthood. Empower young people to make informed decisions about their lives, encouraging independence and self-confidence. Collaborate with the management team to maintain a healthy, safe, and supportive living environment that promotes independence. Support access to education and personal interests , helping young people grow, learn, and prepare for a successful transition into adulthood. Contribute to the operational effectiveness of the residential home, including monitoring care standards and occasionally leading shifts. Work towards individual and shared objectives , reviewed annually as part of the performance management framework. What We're Looking For Previous experience of working in a children's home would be desirable however there are many skills that you might have that would make you suitable for the role: Essential skills: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within 2 years - fully funded) or equivalent by experience. Strong communication and listening skills and the ability to engage with others effectively and at all levels. Desirable skills: Evidence of working with young people to explore their behaviours and develop an understanding of their individual needs. Evidence of an awareness of child protection issues. Understands and demonstrates the ability to promote people's equality, diversity and rights alongside experience of being able to protect children from abuse. Experience of contributing to the development, provision and review of Placement, and other care management plans, with evidence of the ability to encourage young people to develop and maintain a positive sense of identity. You will work an average 37 hours a week with shift times being 7.00am - 2.30pm or 2.00pm - 9.30pm and you will have every other weekend off. The salary offered is made up of a basic salary £25,395 up to £32,131 per annum, plus a guaranteed 10% allowance per annum, paid monthly, alongside the basic salary. Due to nature of this role any applicants need to be at least 21 years old to undertake this post. If shortlisted the interview process will be a video interview, followed by a face-to-face interview at the home. Ready to Apply? If you're ready to bring your skills, compassion, and energy to a team that's changing lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Recycling Centre Site Manager - Saffron Walden Secondment, Full Time £29,653 - £34,885 per annum Location: Saffron Walden Working Style: Fixed-base worker This is a secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months. We are currently recruiting a Recycling Centre Site Manager to join our Waste Service Team. As Site Manager you will support Area Managers to ensure the recycling centres are operated safely and in accordance with all relevant permits, planning conditions and the ECC policies and procedures. Please note this role will include working Saturdays and Sundays. Essex is committed to ensuring it is a place where business can flourish, communities are supported to be more resilient, collective environmental impact is minimised and strong partnerships between the public, private and voluntary sector are secured to drive joint outcomes. Accountabilities To supervise all Site Operatives to ensure the smooth operation of a RCHW, ensuring the working environment is safe and high standards of housekeeping is maintained at all times for members of the public, visitors, staff and contractors. Line management responsibility for site operatives including personal development, regular 'check in' welfare meetings and all other aspects of people management. Support the Area Manager with resource planning, annual leave requests and return to work interviews following periods of sickness absence. Deliver all necessary onsite training, toolbox talks and refresher training as and when required ensuring operatives fully understand and adhere to the content. Report any defects or damage to plant, containers, and property, ensuring all accidents or incidents involving employees, site users, visitors or the general public are reported immediately. Liaising with transport, ensure capacity is maintained at all times and any disruption to the service is kept to an absolute minimum. All duty of care and other legislative requirements is duly completed. Undertake all tasks in accordance with the Council's quality health safety and environmental policies, procedures and management systems in accordance with the environmental permit, working plan, planning conditions, discharge consents and risk assessments at all times. Identify and contribute to site maintenance activity, and site improvements, on an on-going basis working with the relevant Area Manager to implement. Assist with general site operations including operating plant and equipment where required. Working on a rota including weekend working. To deputise for the RCHW Area Manager as and when required. The above is a summary of the main tasks and responsibilities of the post, but further tasks and responsibilities may be required to meet the demands and needs of the service. The Experience You Will Bring Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths or suitable experience. CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence for Household Waste Recycling Centres. IOSH (Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) Managing Safely - Worksafe training is desirable. Experience of supervising employees effectively, able to influence others and develop a strong team culture on site and strong working relationships. A patient manner and good communication skills, with experience of dealing with members of the public. Previous experience in the waste management industry, with operational experience of managing RCHW services effectively. Full UK driving licence. To read more about us please visit: Climate, Environment and Customer Services Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means . Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email To apply, please click on the apply button. Closing date: 30th September 2025. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 12 months Pay: £29,653.00-£34,885.00 per year Work Location: In person
Sep 28, 2025
Full time
Recycling Centre Site Manager - Saffron Walden Secondment, Full Time £29,653 - £34,885 per annum Location: Saffron Walden Working Style: Fixed-base worker This is a secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months. We are currently recruiting a Recycling Centre Site Manager to join our Waste Service Team. As Site Manager you will support Area Managers to ensure the recycling centres are operated safely and in accordance with all relevant permits, planning conditions and the ECC policies and procedures. Please note this role will include working Saturdays and Sundays. Essex is committed to ensuring it is a place where business can flourish, communities are supported to be more resilient, collective environmental impact is minimised and strong partnerships between the public, private and voluntary sector are secured to drive joint outcomes. Accountabilities To supervise all Site Operatives to ensure the smooth operation of a RCHW, ensuring the working environment is safe and high standards of housekeeping is maintained at all times for members of the public, visitors, staff and contractors. Line management responsibility for site operatives including personal development, regular 'check in' welfare meetings and all other aspects of people management. Support the Area Manager with resource planning, annual leave requests and return to work interviews following periods of sickness absence. Deliver all necessary onsite training, toolbox talks and refresher training as and when required ensuring operatives fully understand and adhere to the content. Report any defects or damage to plant, containers, and property, ensuring all accidents or incidents involving employees, site users, visitors or the general public are reported immediately. Liaising with transport, ensure capacity is maintained at all times and any disruption to the service is kept to an absolute minimum. All duty of care and other legislative requirements is duly completed. Undertake all tasks in accordance with the Council's quality health safety and environmental policies, procedures and management systems in accordance with the environmental permit, working plan, planning conditions, discharge consents and risk assessments at all times. Identify and contribute to site maintenance activity, and site improvements, on an on-going basis working with the relevant Area Manager to implement. Assist with general site operations including operating plant and equipment where required. Working on a rota including weekend working. To deputise for the RCHW Area Manager as and when required. The above is a summary of the main tasks and responsibilities of the post, but further tasks and responsibilities may be required to meet the demands and needs of the service. The Experience You Will Bring Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths or suitable experience. CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 Medium Risk Operator Competence for Household Waste Recycling Centres. IOSH (Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) Managing Safely - Worksafe training is desirable. Experience of supervising employees effectively, able to influence others and develop a strong team culture on site and strong working relationships. A patient manner and good communication skills, with experience of dealing with members of the public. Previous experience in the waste management industry, with operational experience of managing RCHW services effectively. Full UK driving licence. To read more about us please visit: Climate, Environment and Customer Services Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means . Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email To apply, please click on the apply button. Closing date: 30th September 2025. Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 12 months Pay: £29,653.00-£34,885.00 per year Work Location: In person
