Job description
Support Worker - Residential Care for Young People
Location: Guildford
Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week (includes 1 sleep-in shift per week)
Pay: £12.21 PAYE + holiday pay / £16.05 Umbrella
Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of young people?
We're looking for dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team across Guildford, supporting young males in a therapeutic residential setting.
About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping young people recover from trauma and build brighter futures. You'll provide consistent, nurturing care and create a safe, stable environment where young people feel valued and supported.
Your responsibilities as the support worker will include:
1. Building positive, trusting relationships with young people
2. Supporting daily routines, education, and leisure activities
3. Encouraging personal growth through structure, consistency, and achievable goals
4. Using positive behaviour support strategies such as reward charts and planned free time
5. Ensuring the home is warm, safe, and welcoming at all times
6. Supporting emotional wellbeing and assisting young people in processing their experiences
About You:
We welcome experienced support workers as well as those new to the field who are committed to learning and professional development. You should have:
7. A genuine interest in supporting vulnerable young people
8. Patience, empathy, and resilience
9. A willingness to undertake training and work towards relevant qualifications
10. Experience working with young people or in residential care is desirable but not essential
11. A valid driving licence or reliable transport (due to rural home location in Guildford)
What We Offer:
12. Competitive hourly pay
13. Sleep-in allowance
14. Full induction and ongoing training
15. Funded qualifications, such as NVQs in Residential Childcare
16. Clear pathways for progression and career development
17. A supportive and close-knit team environment
18. The chance to truly make a difference every day