Residential Support Worker - Children and Young People
Location: Steeton
Hours: 8am - 10pm | 1 on, 2 off with 5 sleep-ins per month (£85 per sleep)
Setting: 3-bed residential home
Salary: £12.75 - £12.90 per hour (rising to £13.25 after probation)
Annual Salary Equivalent: £28,578 - £29,225
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people?
We're looking for a dedicated and experienced Residential Support Worker to join our growing team in Steeton. This role is based in a beautifully renovated 3-bed home that provides high-quality, person-centred care to some of the most vulnerable children.
This is a chance to join a supportive, driven, and compassionate team that works tirelessly to provide a safe, nurturing environment that helps children thrive.
What You'll Bring:
Essential Criteria:
* Experience working within a residential children's home.
* A full manual UK driving licence.
Desirable (but not essential):
* QCF Level 3 / 4 in Residential Childcare or NVQ3 Children & Young People (or equivalent).
More important than qualifications alone is your attitude and commitment to improving children's lives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Promote and protect the safety and well-being of young people.
* Support evening and nighttime routines as outlined in care plans.
* Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
* Build strong, respectful relationships with young people.
* Complete safety checks and domestic duties during your shift.
* Act as a key worker, contributing to care planning and reporting.
* Encourage and support children's social, emotional, and behavioural development.
* Ensure all medical needs are met and documented.
* Attend relevant meetings and training as required.
What We Offer:
* Fully funded Level 4 & 5 NVQ qualifications
* Blue Light Card - Discounts across retail, hospitality & more
* Meals provided on shift
* Overtime opportunities
* Career development & progression via structured promotion pathways
* Simply Health Plan - After probation (includes dental, optical & more)
* Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support
* Regular forensic psychologist sessions to support your mental well-being
* Bright Exchange Marketplace - Access hundreds of discounts
* High Street vouchers - For birthdays, work anniversaries & exceptional performance
* Employee of the Month awards
If you believe you have the right experience, passion, and mindset to be part of a high-performing, child-focused team - we'd love to hear from you.
To arrange a confidential chat, please click 'Apply', and a member of our team will be in touch.
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