Residential Support Worker
Location : Pontefract (With services in Pontefract, Wakefield, Eggborough and Barnsley, we currently have vacancies throughout)
Contract Type : Part time, permanent
Specific Hours : 30 hours per week
Salary :
Unqualified: Base salary of £19,812 with a potential to earn up to a total of £24,132 with sleep in shifts.
Qualified (full diploma Level 3 qualified or equivalent): Base salary of £20,233.20 with a potential to earn up to a total of £24,553.20 with sleep in shifts.
At Dove Adolescent Services, we provide a safe, nurturing environment for young people from the ages of 8-18 years of age to grow, build emotional resilience, and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering strong, trusting relationships that help guide young people through their journey to adulthood.
We're seeking Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our dedicated team across Yorkshire. In this role, you'll support young people with tailored care, helping them build brighter futures through positive relationships, structure, and adventure.
Why Choose Dove?
At Dove, we don't just offer jobs, we build careers. Many of our Operations Directors and Home Managers started as Support Workers, and we're proud to help people progress through meaningful training and development.
100% of our inspected services are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Join a team that's passionate, ambitious, and driven by positive outcomes. Whether you're qualified, experienced, or just passionate about helping young people, we want to hear from you.
As part of our team, you could be:
Biking or hiking the Pennines
Taking trips to the cinema or theme parks
Or simply providing a safe, stable home environment that helps young people thrive
What You'll Be Doing:
Safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of young people
Building positive, trusting relationships
Supporting young people's interests and development
Taking part in activities and creating a homely, inclusive environment
Completing sleep-in duties as part of a flexible rota
What We're Looking For:
A genuine desire to support and engage with young people
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in shifts
Prior experience in care is welcome but not essential - we'll train you!
What We Offer:
Full training and support to gain your Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or Level 4 Apprenticeship
£45 per sleep-in shift (average 7-8 a month)
Pension scheme
Employee discounts at over 740 retailers
Refer-a-Friend bonus - £500 for every successful referral
Childcare voucher scheme
Holiday pay and meals included on shift
Be part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's leading children's services groups
Dove Adolescent Services is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible individuals, regardless of background. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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