Residential Children & Young Peoples Worker (Emotional Well-being Home)

Residential Children & Young People's Worker - Emotional Well-being Home

Coalville, Leicestershire

£26,142.40 - £29,463.72 + Night Shift Premium (approx. £3,000 per year)

Full-time 3-week rolling rota

Long days and sleep ins, allowing you to work 2-3 shifts per week for the first two weeks and 1 shift only on the third week

Working for one of the largest children's charitys in England with over 800 services and growing.

If you're looking for a role where you can see the impact of what you do, this could be it. You'll finish each shift knowing you've helped a young person feel safer, more confident, and more hopeful about their future. We're looking for someone kind, calm under pressure, and passionate about giving children and young people the stability and support they deserve.

About The Service

Our beautiful Emotional Wellbeing Assessment Home in Coalville is recruiting for a new Residential Children & Young People's Worker. Supporting children and young people aged 8-18, the home provides short-term placements for up to three young people at a time, offering a safe and nurturing environment where they can explore new experiences, build friendships, and develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience.

What You'll Be Doing

Build trusting, nurturing relationships that promote each young person's independence, wellbeing, and personal growth. Work collaboratively with parents/carers and professionals to support holistic care. Contribute to the day-to-day running of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Accurately document and maintain records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards. Promote and maintain a safe, supportive environment at all times. Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the protection of all service users.

What We're Looking For

You'll ideally hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to complete it, which we'll fully fund.

You'll be a driver with access to your own car.

You'll bring a positive, resilient attitude and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed, along with a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Flexibility is key, as shifts include weekends, sleep-ins, and bank holidays.

Have relevant experience working with children and young people (desirable but not essential with the right attitude and willingness to learn).

Pay and Benefits

The salary for this role is £26,142.40 - £29,463.72 per annum, plus a Night Shift Premium paid at one-third of the hourly rate (approximately £3,000 per year).

You'll also have access to a pension scheme with a 4% or 6% employer contribution and the option of salary sacrifice for tax savings.

Service-related pay progression and a refer-a-friend bonus scheme are available, alongside a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free travel loans.

Health, Wellbeing and Work-Life Balance

You'll receive 26 days of annual leave, increasing with service to 30 days, plus 8 public holidays.

There's the option to buy up to 5 additional days of leave each year.

Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free, 24/7 advice and counselling, and we encourage wellbeing days, reflective practice sessions, and team events.

Hybrid and flexible working are available where appropriate, and you'll have access to a free health cash plan to claim back on dental, optical, and therapy costs.

Training and Career Development

You'll receive a fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, along with continuous professional development, regular supervision, and leadership coaching. There are clear opportunities for career progression, plus specialist training in trauma-informed and family-centred practice to help you grow in confidence and skill.

Why Join Us

No two days are ever the same, and that's exactly what makes this role so rewarding. You'll be part of a passionate, dedicated team that genuinely cares about each other and the young people we support. If you're ready to help children and families build brighter futures, apply today and start your next rewarding chapter in residential care.