Activity Support Worker - Telford
Package Description
JOB ROLE:Activity Support Worker
LOCATION: Bishops Castle, SY9
SALARY: £13.10 – £13.70 per hour + 9 sleep-ins per month (£62.64 per sleep-in)
SHIFT PATTERNS: 4 consecutive days with overnight shifts, followed by 8 days off
Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle is Essential
This position requires you to reside at the activities centre overnight during your four working days in order to provide consistent support to the children. Accommodation and meals will be provided to you throughout your stay.
About the Role:
Are you enthusiastic about outdoor activities and dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young people? Join Keys Group as a Residential Activity Worker and help shape the future of children and young people with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (EBD). This role allows you to combine your love for the outdoors with meaningful care work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support & Care: Build nurturing relationships with young people, providing emotional stability and daily care to help them thrive.
* Engage in Outdoor Activities: Lead adventurous activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, and kayaking, fostering confidence and essential life skills.
* Personal Development: Serve as a role model, supporting personal and social development through structured activities and day-to-day care routines.
* Collaborative Teamwork: Work within a supportive team to create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for the children.
Requirements:
* Passion for Outdoor Activities: Enjoy working outdoors and engaging young people in physical challenges.
* Caring Attitude: Provide emotional and practical support to children with complex needs.
* Age & Driving License: Must be over 21 and hold a full UK driver's license.
* Commitment: Ability to work 39 hours per week, adhering to the 4 days on, 8 days off shift pattern, including sleep-ins.
* Eligibility to Work in the UK: Must have the right to work in the UK.
Benefits of Joining Us:
* Comprehensive Training: Receive full on-the-job training and enrolment in a Level 4 qualification in Children & Young Persons Care.
* Adventure Qualifications: Obtain qualifications in activities like kayaking, climbing, and mountain biking to enhance personal and professional growth.
* Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a passionate team committed to transforming young lives.
* Flexible Shift Pattern: Enjoy a balanced work schedule, allowing for rest and personal pursuits.
* Rewarding Career: Make a lasting impact by helping children overcome challenges and achieve personal growth in a nurturing environment.
* Referral Bonus: A £250 referral bonus for both the referring colleague and the new hire under the "Refer a Friend" scheme.
Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.
As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.
MIDSP
Salary
£ £13.70 per hour
Hourly
Job Reference
Keysgroup/TP/92412/6821
Contract Type
Full Time
Closing Date
No Expiry Date
Job Category
Care and Support
Business Unit
Activity & Intervention
Location
Telford, United Kingdom
08 August, 2025