Job Title: Residential Support Worker – Children & Young People
Location: Westbury
Salary: Base salary £29,034 – £35,400
Total Package: £36,274 – £42,640 per annum (including sleep-ins, allowances, and bonuses)
Contract Type: Permanent
Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role at this time.
About the Role
SEND Inclusion Support is working in partnership with a leading provider of specialist education and residential care for children and young people across the UK.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll support children through both challenges and achievements, helping them build confidence, resilience, and independence in a safe and nurturing environment.
The home supports young people with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, providing structured, therapeutic care focused on positive outcomes.
Role Overview
You will play a key role within a dedicated care team, supporting young people in their daily lives and helping to create a stable, supportive home environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support
* Building positive relationships with young people
* Supporting emotional and behavioural development
* Assisting with daily routines, activities, and education
* Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
* Maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
What’s on Offer
* Base Salary: £29,034 – £35,400
* Total Package: £36,274 – £42,640 per annum (based on good attendance and up to 4 sleep-ins per month)
* Bonuses & Allowances:
* Up to 4 sleep-ins per month paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year)
* £1,400 attendance allowance (subject to good attendance)
* £2,000 regional allowance
* £1,000 welcome bonus (upon successful completion of probation)
* £1,000 loyalty bonus (after 12 months of employment)
* Comprehensive 4-week induction and ongoing training
* Generous annual leave entitlement (7 weeks)
* Career progression opportunities, including future management programmes
* Flexible benefits package (holiday, pension, life insurance)
* Employee wellbeing support and assistance programme
* Medical cashback scheme and high-street discounts
* Meals provided while on duty
* High-quality working environments
About You
* Experience working with children and young people in a residential or care setting
* A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to work shifts, including sleep-ins
* A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes
* Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (desirable)
* Full UK driving licence (preferred)
Additional Information
Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role at this time