Ready for a new challenge?
Do you remember the young person who finally opened up to you? The day a child laughed for the first time in weeks? If moments like that are why you do this job, keep reading.
Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker who's determined, caring and calm under pressure? Would you like a clear path into management?
What will your day really look like?
No two shifts are the same. One day might be breakfast, the school run, a review meeting and helping with homework after tea. The next could bring a young person in crisis who needs you to stay calm, hold boundaries and keep everyone safe. Some days are tough, and that's when your team and on-call managers have your back.
As a Senior, you'll also:
• Lead shifts and supervise staff
• Be responsible for risk assessments, rotas, policies and procedures
• Make sure placement plans are followed and education stays on track
Is this you?
• You're 22 or over (in line with Ofsted regulations)
• You have at least 12 months' experience as a Residential Support Worker
• You hold a valid manual driving licence
• You hold, or are at least 50% through, the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, and can transfer it to Compass
Where could you go next?
Once you've completed your Level 3 and have a year of leading shifts, you can step up to Deputy Manager and start your Level 5. Complete that, and you can step up to Registered Manager.
What about sleep-ins?
Sleep-ins are planned fairly on a rota. You'll usually do 1–2 a week, typically from around 22:00–23:00 until 07:00–07:30.
Worried about the nights? You'll have a private room with fresh bedding, Wi-Fi and usually a TV, often en-suite. Most nights are settled, door alarms alert you if you're needed, and any time you're up is paid on top. Every home has 24-hour on-call management, and some have waking night staff.
What's in it for you?
• 28 days' annual leave, rising with service up to a max of 31 days, plus 3.5 extra days, including your birthday off
• Support to complete your Level 3 Diploma (worth up to £2,000)
• Pension: you pay 5% and Compass adds 4%, through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance of three times your salary
• Medicash cash back on dental, optical, counselling and virtual GP appointments
• £100 bonus when your home is rated 'Good' by Ofsted, £200 for 'Outstanding'
• Monthly Values Awards, long-service recognition, Blue Light Card and salary sacrifice schemes
What do we stand for?
Integrity, Care and Courage. You'll see them in the small moments: the warm word, the steady presence, the right call at the right time.
Not sure you tick every box?
Apply anyway. We'll get to know you and match you to the role and home that suits you best. Compass is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Appointments are subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.
Ready to make a difference? We'd love to support your next step. Apply today.