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Children s Senior Support Worker -Nottingham-£15ph Location: Nottingham Salary: £15 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Day and Night Shifts Available) Are you a caring and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children and young people? Our Nottingham-based Children s Respite Service is looking for enthusiastic and experienced Children s Support Workers to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide short-term respite care for children and young people with a range of needs, including disabilities and complex health conditions. You ll be part of a dedicated team that ensures every child receives compassionate, person-centred support in a safe and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality care and support during respite stays • Assist with daily routines including meals, hygiene, and activities • Support children in building confidence, independence, and emotional well-being • Work collaboratively with families and professionals to deliver consistent care • Maintain accurate records and contribute to personalised care plans • Uphold safeguarding practices and ensure a safe environment at all times Essential Skills & Experience: • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) Required • Experience working in a residential or respite setting with children or young people • Understanding of complex care needs and behavioural support • Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills • Calm, patient, and empathetic approach to care • Willingness to work a flexible rota including day and night shifts What We Offer: • £15 per hour • 37.5 hours per week with consistent shifts • Supportive and inclusive team environment • Opportunities for training and professional development • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families For more information or to apply, contact Lindsay at Amber Mace on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Children s Senior Support Worker -Mansfield-£15ph Salary: £15 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Day and Night Shifts Available) Are you a caring and resilient individual with a passion for supporting children and young people? Our Mansfield-based Children s Respite Service is looking for enthusiastic and experienced Children s Support Workers to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide short-term respite care for children and young people with a range of needs, including disabilities and complex health conditions. You ll be part of a dedicated team that ensures every child receives compassionate, person-centred support in a safe and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality care and support during respite stays • Assist with daily routines including meals, hygiene, and activities • Support children in building confidence, independence, and emotional well-being • Work collaboratively with families and professionals to deliver consistent care • Maintain accurate records and contribute to personalised care plans • Uphold safeguarding practices and ensure a safe environment at all times Essential Skills & Experience: • NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) Required • Experience working in a residential or respite setting with children or young people • Understanding of complex care needs and behavioural support • Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills • Calm, patient, and empathetic approach to care • Willingness to work a flexible rota including day and night shifts What We Offer: • £15 per hour • 37.5 hours per week with consistent shifts • Supportive and inclusive team environment • Opportunities for training and professional development • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families For more information or to apply, contact Lindsay at Amber Mace on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Children's Residential Mobile Support Worker (Waking Nights) We are seeking a Mobile Support Worker to work waking nights with a non-profit organisation that's delivered unique support for young people across East Anglia for over fifty years! Position: Children's Residential Senior Support Worker Location: Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire Job type: Permanent, full-time Hours: 38 hours per week Salary. . click apply for full job details

Deputy Manager - Job Description At Cambian, we aim to become the provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We change people's lives through our passionate care and expert approach, raising their expectations, stabilising their conditions and enabling them to achieve their personal best. Main Purpose of the Job: To assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives of the Statement of Purpose. To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager. To support and manage the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. To undertake direct work with Children and young people as appropriate. To be the responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for young people. To offer supervision and support to senior staff in line with National Minimum Standards. Duties & Responsibilities To meet the needs of children through: Ensuring that each young person has an allocated key worker Ensuring that each member of staff is aware of each child's placement plan and their responsibilities for its implementation Attending childcare reviews and planning meetings to provide information and achieve best outcomes for young people Undertaking direct work with young people and acting as an appropriate role model. Assist in developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receive Maintaining accurate written records in logs, continuation sheets and files both to record information and enable regular monitoring and evaluation to take place Working in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of young people. Chairing children's meetings and facilitating consultation with young people generally Acting as an appropriate adult at PACE interviews To manage a staff team through: Providing managerial control and direction in relation to staff duties and responsibilities. Assist with the recruitment and retention of staff including induction training for new staff into the home. Supervision of new starters during their probationary period. Develop a management style which balances the need to exercise control and give direction with the need to offer staff the opportunity to decision making Taking responsibility for planning shifts and ensuring their smooth running when on duty. Providing consultation and informal advice and support to staff in relation to day to day matters. Offering 1:1 supervision to staff in line with National Minimum Standards Identifying and progressing individual training and development needs of staff in the context of their personnel development plans Undertaking annual appraisal of staff Addressing issues in relation to conduct and competence of staff. Conduct management investigations when required. Assist the Registered Manager in promoting personal and professional development through the appropriate delegation of duties and responsibilities. Contributing to team and staff meetings to facilitate good communication and staff development Ensuring staff work within the Homes policies, procedures and National Minimum Standards requirements. To develop systems which ensure the effective allocation of resources through: Ensuring adequate staffing levels that meet the needs of the Home Ensuring that budgets are managed effectively and the use of finances is properly monitored including petty cash returns, weekly attendance records. Ensuring that company vehicles are clean and regularly maintained Monitoring closely the fabric of the building (including fixtures, amenities and grounds) and taking remedial action where necessary. To promote the efficient and effective operation of the Home through: Developing in consultation with young people and staff routines in relation to all aspects of child care. Clarifying expectations in relation to maintaining the Home in a clean and orderly condition. Creating rotas which fit best with children's needs and which allow proper handovers between shifts. Ensuring that there are appropriate and adequate reporting and recording system in place to comply with National Minimum Standards. Attending to all administration issues in relation to the Home and the provision of weekly management information reports for HQ. General Responsibilities: To assist the Registered Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of Purpose Contribute to the devising, implementing and evaluation of changes with the involvement of front line staff to continually improve services, systems and standards, in conjunction with the Registered Manager and the Senior Management team To deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager To drive company vehicles - subject to policies and procedures To work on a rota basis according to the needs of young people To ensure that resources are allocated appropriately and financial records are accurately maintained To receive supervision in line with National Minimum Standards and to take responsibility for personal development and progress of individual training needs To carry out all other reasonable tasks or directed by the Registered Manager. PERSON SPECIFICATION Desirable Skills/Qualifications: Secondary Education with good standard of literacy and numeracy NVQ 3 in caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent) Working towards NVQ4 Management qualification Current driving license Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of National Minimum StandardsAwareness of Equal Opportunities/ADP issuesKnowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislationTeam Building SkillsSupervision SkillsAbility to manage teams effectivelyAbility to communicate both verbally and in writingUnderstanding the needs of BESD children including managing challenging behaviourIndepth knowledge of 'Every Child Matters'Excellent organisational skillsAbility to motivate and enthuse staffCounselling SkillsTraining SkillsDrugs

Description Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career! Esland are driven to changing children's' lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. We are looking for residential support workers and senior support workers to join our growing, highly valued team. Our teams are "professional parents' who are nurturing and supportive, giving our children high levels of care and allowing them to achieve amazing outcomes. Our homes vary in size and provide therapeutic, EBD and complex trauma support services. We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time! The role of a support worker will involve: Contributing to the young person's care plans and risk assessments, their review and implementation. Forming effective relationships with young people, their families (if appropriate) and external agencies. To ensure the home is kept clean and in a tidy condition, adhere to the cleaning rota system, encouraging the young people to participate as appropriate. To ensure that good quality records are maintained as required with supervision and advice from shift and Managers. To maintain and promote residential care work to high levels of professionalism expected by Esland and Ofsted. To contribute to the educational and social development of each young person and assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programs. To meet the emotional and physical needs of our young people and maximize opportunities for their development. What we are looking for from you: Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People or equivalent (highly desirable) or a willingness to undergo this qualification once employed Experience in a children's home setting (highly desirable) Passion to help nurture young people Flexibility to work 24 to 48 hour shift patterns (including sleep-in) - rota given in advance but likely to be 2 on 4 off Full, UK driving licence (essential) All candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference. What we can offer: A salary of £30,672 to £31,294 per year, depending on qualifications (based on a pay rate of £12 to £12.30 per hour - depending on qualifications - and undertaking 8 sleeps per month on average) Enrolment onto the fully funded Level 3/4/5 Children and Young People's Workforce qualification Enrolment into Esland pension scheme 248 hours annual leave per year Opportunities to pick up extras shifts / overtime at enhanced rate Bank holidays paid at time and a half Comprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the role Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 50 colleagues last year Cycle to work scheme A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend' scheme Monthly recognition awards Casual dress code Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together Food available whilst on shift Free parking A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement) Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life! About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Children's Residential Support Worker Everything you do matters From the moment you open the door and enter one of our services you become something more than you once were. You enter the place our young people call home, a place where a grin can make a young person's day, where listening can not only save but shape a life, a place whereby simply turning up on time and being present has a bigger impact than it does anywhere else. Walking through the door at Cambian means having a direct impact on the futures of the young people in our care. At one of our places, asking "how school was" is so much more than a throw away question, it's stability, it's paying a genuine interest and listening to the response. It's a way to break barriers, a way to unlock confidence and demonstrates you are here and here is safe. Our Senior Support Workers are fundamental to the development of the young people in our homes, yes there will be challenges along the way, there will be crippling lows and immeasurable highs but every forward step is a cause for celebration and a simple "well done" goes a long way too! Our homes accommodate young people aged 8>18 from a variety of backgrounds and with varying levels of social/emotional/mental health needs. Our aim is to create the best possible outcomes for them to allow every single one of them to reach their full potential. What you'll do: You'll make a genuine difference to our young people on a daily basis, you'll ensure minimum interruption to their lives and pack their days full of the meaningful interaction's others may take for granted. Your day involves making sure they are up and ready for the day, this could mean ready for school or ready for a morning at the park, it means ensuring the service feels like "home" - running the hoover around, helping with homework or preparing dinner. Evenings and weekends are usually for fun, whether that's playing videogames, a board game, or a trip to see a movie. Yes! there is paperwork and planning but supporting our young people is never boring. The days may be long but time fly's and the work really matters. How we appreciate you: To kick things off we offer the best induction in the sector with two weeks of content delivered by experts face to face, we will also fund NVQ 3-4-5 if you show the capability and desire. Career Development: The first place we look for senior staff is within our ranks with the vast majority of our Senior Support Workers, Deputy, Home and Regional Managers promoted from within. Flexible benefits package; From day one you will receive a membership to Pluxxee UK, offering a range of discounts from brands such as; ASDA, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Waitrose, Primark and M&S. You will also have access to a 24 hour helpline for assistance and support for yourself and next of kin through any of life's problems. Access to the Caretech Foundation's match funding and staff hardship grants (just in case). After 2 year's service we also offer Simply Health benefits with cash back for your dental and optical appointments. Incredible buildings, cozy interiors and the most supportive teams you could wish for. Our services are designed to feel like exactly what they are - Home! We are immensely proud of every single one of our responsible individuals and their constant pursuit towards achieving the highest possible standards and outcomes for the children and young people in our care and also each other. All that we require from you is that you are able to demonstrate our common values; Friendly, Positive, Innovative, Empowering and Person-Centred These values are more important than where we have worked or the positions we have held. They underpin the decisions we make and the actions we take to achieve the best possible outcomes for all involved. Cambian are committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of all children within our care. All applicants must be willing to undergo and enhanced DBS check and must be able to provide at least two references covering the past two years. Applicants must also provide reference information for all positions related to working with children and the vulnerable and details of employment going back to full time education.

Deputy Manager Children's Residential - Maternity cover up to but not exceeding 12 months About us ACAD is a well-established residential childcare and education provider with services based across Scotland, providing residential childcare services since 2001. We believe every child deserves a safe, supportive and nurturing home. Our Deputy Managers play a vital role in providing that stability and guidance in-home for children and young people who, for various reasons, cannot live with their families. We provide children with a safe and nurturing environment within our services and need caring and compassionate individuals who can demonstrate these attributes within a challenging yet rewarding environment. What we're looking for We are seeking a professional, enthusiastic and empowering Deputy Manager to provide care and support for children and young people and will also have responsibility for the supervision of a team of support workers, ensuring they they carry out their duties effectively. The Deputy Manager is responsible for ensuring the delivery and review of practices and systems designed to meet the standards required for children's residential homes. In the absence of the Home Manager, to be responsible for the implementation, monitoring and review of the practices and systems in the services, to ensure that they meet and exceed the requirements of the relevant Acts and associated guidance along with the requirements of the company's Policies and Procedures in accordance with SSSC Codes of Practice, ACAD Policy and relevant legislation and as part of a holistic approach to working with young people experiencing trauma. A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Senior Child Care Practitioner Good written and verbal communication skills HNC Social Care and SVQ 3 qualifications Ability to work towards completion of SVQ 4 A sound understanding of childcare theory and interventions Working knowledge of childcare related legislation, health and social care standards and national guidelines About the role In your new role you will: Ensure that young people are encouraged and enabled to have choice over their belongings and personal needs and have these met To ensure that young people are able to maintain constructive contact with their families, friends and other significant people in their lives To ensure that young people enjoy appropriate, positive relationships with staff based on honesty and mutual respect To ensure that young people live in a well designed and pleasant home providing sufficient space and facilities to meet their needs To ensure that young people experience planned and sensitively handled admission and leaving processes Ensure that all significant events relating to the protection of young people accommodated in the home are notified to the appropriate person Ensure that young people, their families and other significant people are aware of what services are provided in the home, how they will be looked after and how the home operates. Ensure that children have their needs effectively and comprehensively assessed and that there is a written care plan which outlines how these needs will be met and implemented Participate with other external professionals in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Young Person's Care Plans Assist and advise staff in the preparation and implementation of Care Plans, therapeutic strategies, risk assessment and risk management strategies. To attend all Reviews, staff meetings, supervision and other professional meetings or to delegate this responsibility. To be responsible for the service on call system. Be flexible to assist the service outside of normal office hours when required to cover sickness etc Do you tick our boxes and do we tick yours? Ready To Join Us? If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where every day you'll be making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build brighter futures for children and young people. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

Residential Support Worker (1059) Do you have the ambition to make a meaningful impact on the lives of autistic children and young people? At St. John's, we've been making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people for nearly 140 years. We are now looking for an incredible Residential Support Worker to help us continue making that difference! As a Residential Support Worker, you will work under the supervision and guidance of the Care Management Team, Senior Residential Support Workers, and Therapy Teams. You will support learners in all residential houses and the community, assisting with social and academic activities. Our aim is to ensure all learners have equal opportunities to develop their independence and social skills, preparing them for adult life. What will you be doing? Supporting learners with self-care and independence skills such as eating, drinking, washing, bathing, using the toilet, managing incontinence, dressing, mobility, and medication administration. Ensuring learners' care files are kept up to date and accurate. At the start of each shift, reviewing communication and log books, and liaising with staff at handover to ensure learners' needs are well documented and addressed. Establish supportive relationships with learners and encourage the development of stable relationships. Promote the emotional health and self-esteem of learners and support them through changes in their living situation and personal circumstances. Accompanying learners into the community to take part in social and recreational activities such as bowling, cinema trips, and dining out, helping them build confidence and enjoy meaningful experiences beyond the college setting. In return, we offer a fantastic working environment, generous holidays, career development opportunities, and more! Please note that sponsorship for this role is not available at this time. Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification. Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance. Documents Residential Support Worker - Day St J (002) - 2025 (1).pdf (457.51 KB)

Description Do you want to make a difference to a child's life? Become a highly valued Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career! Pay rate: £31,917 - £32,540 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.60 - £12.90 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate. Location: Whaley Bridge Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 4 days off, with sleep in's (shifts may vary). Rotas given in advance. We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Essential requirements: Full UK driving licence The right to work in the UK Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21. We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can give our children high levels of care and allow them to achieve amazing outcomes. Esland are driven to changing children's lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. Benefits: We offer routes for progression into Senior Support Worker/Management roles and the opportunity to undergo qualifications in Residential Childcare once employed We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling An additional day off for your birthday Access to a holiday home in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The Role: Our homes offer crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. Our young people receive the highest quality residential care and take part in recreational activities tailored to the child's interests e.g. cinema, swimming and sports, etc. Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference. About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Description Do you want to make a difference to a child's life? Become a highly valued Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career! Pay rate: £31,917 - £32,540 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.60 - £12.90 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate. Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 4 days off, with sleep in's (shifts may vary). Rotas given in advance. We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Essential requirements: Full UK driving licence The right to work in the UK Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21. We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can give our children high levels of care and allow them to achieve amazing outcomes. Esland are driven to changing children's lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. Benefits: We offer routes for progression into Senior Support Worker/Management roles and the opportunity to undergo qualifications in Residential Childcare once employed We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling An additional day off for your birthday Access to a holiday home in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The Role: Our homes offer crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. Our young people receive the highest quality residential care and take part in recreational activities tailored to the child's interests e.g. cinema, swimming and sports, etc. Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference. About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Description Do you want to make a difference to a child's life? Become a highly valued Children's Residential Support Worker and start a truly rewarding career! Pay rate: £31,917 - £32,540 per annum (based on 8 sleeps per month and an hourly rate of £12.60 - £12.90 per hour). Opportunities to pick up overtime at enhanced rate. Hours: 173 hours per month - the most common shift pattern is 2 days on, 4 days off, with sleep in's (shifts may vary). Rotas given in advance. We are a 365 day a year service due to the nature of our work. Essential requirements: Full UK driving licence The right to work in the UK Due to industry regulations, applicants must be over 21. We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can give our children high levels of care and allow them to achieve amazing outcomes. Esland are driven to changing children's lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. Benefits: We offer routes for progression into Senior Support Worker/Management roles and the opportunity to undergo qualifications in Residential Childcare once employed We offer BILD accredited, paid induction training You will have access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling An additional day off for your birthday Access to a holiday home in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company! The Role: Our homes offer crisis intervention and trauma informed therapeutic care. Our young people receive the highest quality residential care and take part in recreational activities tailored to the child's interests e.g. cinema, swimming and sports, etc. Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs). All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference. About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children's and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme. With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

Children s Residential Senior Support Worker We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to work with a non-profit organisation that s delivered unique support for young people across East Anglia for over fifty years! Position: Children s Residential Senior Support Worker Location: Sheringham, Norfolk Job type: Permanent, full-time Hours: 38 hours per week Salary: £27,478 to £28,410 per annum, depending on qualifications Closing Date: 31st October 2025 About the Role As a Senior Support Worker, you ll be working hands-on day in day out with the young people living in the children s home and act as the senior shift worker in the staff team. While there will be still an opportunity to work directly with young people, you ll also take on some extra responsibilities line managing support workers and directing the staff and resources when on shift. You ll work with a tight-knit team of colleagues to build a relationship and trust bond with the young people living at the home. You ll be a positive role model, supporting them in overcoming their previous trauma and learning to trust in adults again, along with the help and guidance of your colleagues and therapeutic services. You will encourage new experiences, supporting the young people to develop their own identity. About you You ll be patient, thrive in a team environment, able to support those around you and have the emotional intelligence and resilience to manage challenging situations. To be successful in the role you ll be a good team player, and a problem solver. You will need to successfully complete an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare before you complete 24 months of Support Work. This will be fully funded by the charity and you will be supported by the training team. Please note that you must have a full, valid, manual driving licence. In your role, you ll have access to the following benefits: Free, career-enhancing qualifications A golden hello scheme welcoming you to our services, with £500 paid to you one month after your start date and a second £500 at the six-month mark. (Not available to candidates referred by recruitment agencies) A referral scheme offering the same two payments as the golden hello if you recommend a contact who goes on to be employed by Break in care services. (subject to conditions) 31 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays) Annual leave purchase Additional service-related holiday from 2 years Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company funded medical cash plan Enhanced sick pay and family friendly leave Pension salary sacrifice Life assurance to the value of 3x your annual salary Access to the Blue Light benefits platform enabling you to access discounts across a range of shops, venues and services (your membership fee will be reimbursed) Access to multiple Wellbeing initiatives The opportunity to influence Break s strategy and direction through our Staff Consultation Forum Cycle to Work and Tech scheme And more To comply with the Immigration Asylum & Nationality Act 2006 and additional amendments, and UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) requirements, all prospective employees will be asked to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. About the organisation The employer is a forward-thinking non-profit organisation that has delivered unique support for young people across East Anglia for over fifty years. Co-production with staff, young people and families is at the very heart of everything they do. They have a range of residential services, a fostering agency, Staying Close, Staying Connected and services for disabled children and their families. As a trauma-informed organisation, all their young people and employees are supported by their highly skilled therapeutic team - and their lifelong offer means that even when young people leave their care, they will always be there for them. You may have experience in roles such as Senior Support Worker, Care Worker, Children s Home, Children s Support Worker, Children s Care Worker, Youth Worker, Family Support Worker, Children's Residential Support Worker, Residential Youth Support Worker (Children's Homes), Residential Care Worker etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation.

Children's Residential Senior Support Worker We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to work with a non-profit organisation that's delivered unique support for young people across East Anglia for over fifty years! Position: Children's Residential Senior Support Worker Location: Sheringham, Norfolk Job type: Permanent, full-time Hours: 38 hours per week Salary: £27,478 to £28,410 per annum, depending on qualifications Closing Date: 31st October 2025 About the Role As a Senior Support Worker, you'll be working hands-on day in day out with the young people living in the children's home and act as the senior shift worker in the staff team. While there will be still an opportunity to work directly with young people, you'll also take on some extra responsibilities - line managing support workers and directing the staff and resources when on shift. You'll work with a tight-knit team of colleagues to build a relationship and trust bond with the young people living at the home. You'll be a positive role model, supporting them in overcoming their previous trauma and learning to trust in adults again, along with the help and guidance of your colleagues and therapeutic services. You will encourage new experiences, supporting the young people to develop their own identity. About you You'll be patient, thrive in a team environment, able to support those around you and have the emotional intelligence and resilience to manage challenging situations. To be successful in the role you'll be a good team player, and a problem solver. You will need to successfully complete an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare before you complete 24 months of Support Work. This will be fully funded by the charity and you will be supported by the training team. Please note that you must have a full, valid, manual driving licence. In your role, you'll have access to the following benefits: Free, career-enhancing qualifications A "golden hello" scheme welcoming you to our services, with £500 paid to you one month after your start date and a second £500 at the six-month mark. (Not available to candidates referred by recruitment agencies) A referral scheme offering the same two payments as the golden hello if you recommend a contact who goes on to be employed by Break in care services. (subject to conditions) 31 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays) Annual leave purchase Additional service-related holiday from 2 years Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company funded medical cash plan Enhanced sick pay and family friendly leave Pension salary sacrifice Life assurance to the value of 3x your annual salary Access to the Blue Light benefits platform enabling you to access discounts across a range of shops, venues and services (your membership fee will be reimbursed) Access to multiple Wellbeing initiatives The opportunity to influence Break's strategy and direction through our Staff Consultation Forum Cycle to Work and Tech scheme And more To comply with the Immigration Asylum & Nationality Act 2006 and additional amendments, and UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) requirements, all prospective employees will be asked to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. About the organisation The employer is a forward-thinking non-profit organisation that has delivered unique support for young people across East Anglia for over fifty years. Co-production with staff, young people and families is at the very heart of everything they do. They have a range of residential services, a fostering agency, Staying Close, Staying Connected and services for disabled children and their families. As a trauma-informed organisation, all their young people and employees are supported by their highly skilled therapeutic team - and their lifelong offer means that even when young people leave their care, they will always be there for them. You may have experience in roles such as Senior Support Worker, Care Worker, Children's Home, Children's Support Worker, Children's Care Worker, Youth Worker, Family Support Worker, Children's Residential Support Worker, Residential Youth Support Worker (Children's Homes), Residential Care Worker etc. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation.