Compass Children's Homes

2 job(s) at Compass Children's Homes

Compass Children's Homes Eastwood, Nottinghamshire
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we'd like you to be part of it. Want to work in a children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? Are you an experienced Residential Worker or Youth Worker, or do you have no experience but are looking to build a career in residential care? We need determined, caring and thoughtful people to be long-lasting, significant adults in a child's life, and this could the role for you. We are looking for someone who Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Is caring, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with others. Has a valid manual driving licence. Has the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. Previous experience is not essential for this role. Our Skills to Care induction includes 2 separate weeks of classroom-based training and a week of shadow shifts to prepare for the new role. What will I do as a Residential Support Worker? Compass Homes are built around accepting a child as they are in a non-judgemental way. You will allow our children to experience childhood, build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping their journey into adulthood. You will help facilitate children's activities and appointments, supporting them in all aspects of their lives. You will ensure their health and wellbeing, safeguarding them at all times. You will meet a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. You will support the wider team with a range of domestic tasks such as cleaning, cooking, and food shopping. You will create timetables, manage paperwork and write reports. Why work for Compass? £50 per sleep-in. 224 hours holiday, gradually increasing to 248 hours after 4 years working with us. Receive an additional 3.5 days of leave (one for your birthday, one for health and wellbeing, one to volunteer and a half day for festive celebrations). Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice. With MediCash, receive cash back for medical and wellbeing appointments such as dental treatment/check-ups, optical care, physiotherapy and more. Win up to £150 in our monthly REACH Awards. Company pension scheme. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos "Potential Not Perfection", meaning we will consider all applications.
Compass Children's Homes Eastwood, Nottinghamshire
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we'd like you to be part of it. Want to work in a children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? Are you determined, caring and resilient? Are you an experienced Residential Worker looking for a role with clear pathways into management? If the answer to all the above is "yes", then a Senior Residential Support Worker role with Compass could be perfect for you. We are looking for someone who Is 22 years of age or above (to meet Ofsted regulations). Has their NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People Workforce. Has at least 2 years of experience within residential childcare and working alongside young people. Has a valid manual driving license. What will I do as a Senior Residential Support Worker? Compass Homes are built around accepting a child as they are in a non-judgemental way. You will teach them to build self-esteem and accept themselves, helping their journey into adulthood. Using life skills, you will have the opportunity to make a huge difference in children's lives: you will create positive relationships with them, meeting their needs and safeguarding them at all times. You will engage with a variety of children and young people, some of whom may require high levels of supervision and support. Within this leadership role you will be responsible for staff supervision, leading shifts, policies, procedures, risk assessments, rotas, and ensuring that placement plans are followed and education is supported. You will ensure the welfare and care of each child, and give guidance and support to all residential workers. Why work for Compass? £50 per sleep-in. Our "Passport to Manage" training allows you to gain your Level 5 for clear management progression. Receive a £100 bonus for achieving a 'Good' Ofsted outcome for the home and a £200 bonus for achieving 'Outstanding'. Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice. 224 hours holiday, gradually increasing to 248 hours after 4 years of working with us. Receive an additional 3.5 days of leave (one for your birthday, one for health and wellbeing, one to volunteer and a half day for festive celebrations). With MediCash, receive cash back for medical and wellbeing appointments such as dental treatment/check-ups, optical care, physiotherapy and more. Company pension scheme. The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check. Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Above all we thrive on our ethos "Potential Not Perfection", meaning we will consider all applications.