Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker – Full-Time | Witherslack Group | Albrighton, UK
Looking for a rewarding career supporting children and young people? Witherslack Group is recruiting a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker to join its specialist residential care team in Albrighton, West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate individuals who want to make a lasting difference while benefiting from outstanding training, career progression, and an attractive salary package.
Job Overview
- Position: Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker
- Company: Witherslack Group
- Location: Albrighton, WV7 3RG, United Kingdom
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Salary: £30,991 – £40,640 per year
- Expected Earnings: Up to £40,640 annually (including attendance allowance and sleep-in payments)
Salary & Additional Payments
Successful candidates will receive:
- Base salary of £30,991 – £35,400 per year
- Up to 4 sleep-in shifts per month paid at £80 per sleep-in (approximately £3,840 annually)
- £1,400 Attendance Allowance for good attendance
- Total potential annual earnings of up to £40,640
About the Role
As a Senior Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Your responsibilities include providing day-to-day care, creating a safe and nurturing environment, supporting colleagues during shifts, and deputising for Team Leaders when required. Every day presents an opportunity to positively influence a young person’s life while helping them develop confidence, independence, and life skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care and emotional support to young people.
- Build trusting and positive relationships with children.
- Lead and support colleagues during shifts.
- Ensure the home operates safely and efficiently.
- Assist in delivering personalised care plans.
- Help young people develop practical and social life skills.
- Maintain accurate records and safeguarding standards.
- Deputise for Team Leaders when necessary.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A caring, compassionate, and positive attitude.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Emotional resilience and the ability to manage challenging situations.
- A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people.
- A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
- A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare is desirable, but not essential, as fully funded training is provided.
No previous experience is required—comprehensive training is available for suitable candidates.
Training & Career Development
Witherslack Group invests heavily in employee development through:
- Four-week paid Care Academy induction programme.
- Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if required).
- Ongoing professional development.
- Internal promotion opportunities.
- Aspire Future Managers Programme.
Employee Benefits
- Seven weeks of annual leave.
- Company pension.
- Life insurance.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Medical cashback scheme.
- Meals provided during shifts.
- Employee discounts.
- Flexible benefits package.
- High-street discounts.
- £1,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus.
- Referral programme.
- Modern working environment.
About Witherslack Group
Witherslack Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist education and residential care for children and young people with additional needs. The organisation is committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive and achieve their full potential while promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Safeguarding
This position is subject to:
- Enhanced DBS check (paid by the employer).
- Online background checks.
- Safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures.
Why Apply?
If you’re passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and achieve brighter futures, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive employer offering competitive pay, outstanding benefits, comprehensive training, and genuine career progression.
How to Apply
Apply online through the official Witherslack Group careers page as soon as possible. Early applications are encouraged as vacancies may close once enough applications have been received.