Senior Residential Worker
Actual salary: Grade C SPC 15 – 20 is £30,827.00 - £33,183.00 (39 Weeks)
Full time equivalent: Grade C SPC 15 – 20 is £34,779.00 - £37,437.00 per annum
Term time only: 39 weeks per year
Hours: 38.5 hours per week + Sleep-in duties (paid extra)
OFSTED rating: GOOD
To start: ASAP
Our client is looking for a Senior Residential Worker to provide support for students, mainly on their all-girls floor, with a wide range of needs and communication methods. The students reside in with our client for 1-4 nights a week and staff are required to undertake sleep-in duties to facilitate this. Sleep-in duties are paid as extra.
Staff must be able to work shift hours, on rota, as required, usually between the hours of 7am–8.30am and 3pm–11pm plus sleep –in duties. 30 minutes unpaid break are given each day. They are looking for a Senior Residential Worker who has excellent communication skills, with a good knowledge of D/deafness, communication difficulties, positive behaviour management and additional health and educational needs. Experience of personal care support is preferable.
What they offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Generous pension plan: Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Work-life balance: Term-time only, predominantly day shifts with occasional evenings or sleep-in duties to ensure the smooth running of the service
- Health & Well-being: Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for mental health, financial, and legal support
- Professional development: Extensive CPD opportunities and training packages
- Perks: Membership with the Smart School Benefits programme, offering discounts on gyms, retail, and more!
- Sustainability: Join our Cycle2Work scheme and save on commuting costs while staying healthy
About You:
As the Senior Residential Worker, you will lead by example, championing best practices and innovative care strategies. You will have:
- Experience working with pupils who have hearing, speech, and communication challenges (see Person Specification for details)
- A deep understanding of safeguarding practices
- A passion for empowering young people to become confident, independent, and responsible citizens
- High standards of personal conduct, credibility, honesty and integrity that inspires loyalty and trust
Why Work with Our Client?
Our client believes in developing an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative environment. By joining them, you’ll be part of a team that is truly committed to making a difference in students' lives. You’ll also have the chance to work alongside a highly experienced staff in a dynamic and fulfilling setting.
Ready to Join?
Closing date for applications: 30th April
Interviews: Week commencing 5th May 2025
They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
