Job Description
Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.Role: Residential Support WorkerLocation: Whinfell School, KendalHours: 42 per weekSalary: From From £28,086.24 up to £29,593.20 DOE per annum plus sleep in allowanceMake a Difference Every DayAt Cambian, everything you do matters. As a Children's Residential Care Worker, you'll become part of a home where your care, attention, and presence shape the lives of young people aged 7–19.From helping with homework to playing games or asking, "How was school?", every moment builds trust, confidence, and a sense of safety. Though the work is challenging, the reward comes in every breakthrough and smile.What You'll do:Assist young people in developing life skills, qualifications, and confidenceProvide a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes individual growthCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised care plansAct as a positive role model while engaging young people in educational and social activitiesFacilitate and support daily living tasks and routines, ensuring safety and well-beingRequired Skills and Qualifications:Genuine passion for improving the lives of young peopleStrong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a teamFlexible approach to shift work, adapting to varying scheduling needsMature, calm demeanour with active listening skillsMust hold a clean Full UK Driving LicenseWhy Join Us?Comprehensive InductionCareer Development: Fully funded NVQs (Levels 3-5) and internal promotion opportunitiesPay & BenefitsAnnual salary from £26,994.24 up to £28,501.20 plus sleep in allowance6 weeks Annual Leave entitlementAccess to discounts at major retailers (ASDA, Tesco, M&S, etc.)Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 yearsSupport: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech FoundationCambian pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. And we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.If you want to learn from and work with a highly specialist, incredibly proud and integrated team that unlocks the potential of young people who will challenge you, stand up to you, then trust you and ultimately move forward because of you, then please talk to us. We'd love to help you move forward too.Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. xcunqrw As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.