Support Worker - Buntingford
Package Description
Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker
Location: Buntingford
Salary: £13.20-£13.90 per hour + £62.62 per sleep in
Hours: 39 Including Weekends and Sleeps
Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence is required
Keys Group provide innovative care and education services for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. Our mission is to make every day extraordinary by believing in their potential and helping them achieve it.
We're looking for full-time Children's Residential Support Workers to join our EPIC team in Buntingford. You'll play a vital role in helping children and young people live happy, fulfilling lives in a safe and loving home environment.
No Experience Needed
Experience is not required as we provide full training, funded qualifications, coaching, and development alongside a full induction program to ensure your set up for success at Keys Group. Whether you're starting out or switching careers, we'll give you the tools to thrive.
Many of our managers started as support workers—now they lead teams. With training, support, and real opportunities to grow, you can build a career with Keys Group too.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create a safe, loving and supportive home environment
* Be a positive role model, and support with everyday living needs
* Join in on fun activities—football, gaming, bowling, and more
* Encourage and share hobbies and interests
* Assist with household tasks to maintain a clean home environment
* Build friendships and trusting relationships
* Promote independence and confidence
Requirements:
* Full UK Driving Licence
* A caring, flexible, and resilient attitude
* Excellent communication skills and a positive, energetic approach
* Willingness to work shifts and sleep-ins
* Ability to build strong, supportive relationships with young people
Benefits of joining Keys Group
* Real Progression Opportunities – Let us invest in you and level up your career
* Competitive Salary: We offer the Real Living Wage as a minimum.
* Enhanced Pay Scales: Recognise both qualifications and experience with higher pay rates
* Enhanced company maternity and paternity pay
* Rewarding Job - Full of variety and enjoyment. No two days are ever the same
* Supportive Management - Regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you're supported and enjoying life at Keys Group
* Regular Team Meetings – Contribute your ideas and have your voice heard as we work together to provide exceptional care to our children and young people
* Funded Qualifications – We continuously invest in our staff with bespoke and externally accredited qualifications to support your growth to open up further career opportunities and extra pay
* Paid Training – Get paid to enroll in our sector leading training and boost your career
* Full Induction Program: Comprehensive introductory training to set you up for success from day one
* Free Meals – Enjoy complimentary meals during your shift
Amazing Discount Schemes - You'll have access to both the Hapi App & a Blue Light Card which give you incredible discounts at high street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays - even when buying a car
* NEST Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension plan.
* Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
* Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
* Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays entitlement
Free Enhanced DBS Check: We cover the cost of your enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Keys Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families through our Armed Forces Covenant commitment.
Keys Group proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant, welcoming service personnel, veterans, and military families. We offer veteran-friendly policies, a peer support network, and military awareness training. Eligible current or former service personnel will receive a guaranteed interview—just ensure your military experience is detailed on your CV.
Salary
£ £13.90
Hourly
Job Reference
Keysgroup/TP/78744/6442
Contract Type
Full Time
Closing Date
No Expiry Date
Job Category
Care and Support
Business Unit
Children's Residential
Location
Buntingford, United Kingdom
29 August, 2025