Children's Residential Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Residential Support Worker to join their dedicated team in Bridgwater. This role involves providing high-quality care to children and young people, ensuring they feel safe and inspired. You will help build their independence and confidence while encouraging their access to education and activities. The company prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Training & development opportunities

Regular team events – BBQs, socials, and more!

Company pension

Blue Light Card access

Qualifications

• Caring and resilient team players with experience in residential childcare preferred.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and be aged 21 or over.

Responsibilities

• Support young people to feel safe and cared for while building independence.
• Encourage access to education, activities, and hobbies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Motivating and Inspiring Young People

Working on Own Initiative

Experience with Young People

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Residential Childcare

Forest School Qualification

Youth Work Qualification

Job description

Children's Residential Support Worker, Bridgwater

Client:

Empower Family Group

Location:

Bridgwater, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

EMPOWER FAMILY GROUP

“Empowering care through learning, leading and working together.”

Join Our Team – Residential Support Worker

• Location: Somerset, England
  
• Full-Time | Permanent | 2 Days On, 4 Days Off (48-Hour Shifts with Sleep-ins)
  
• £31,199.19 – £33,176.33 per year (inclusive of sleep-ins)
  

Who We Are

Empower Family Group is a passionate, child-focused company striving to raise standards across the care sector. We believe every child deserves a nurturing, loving home and the opportunity to thrive.

We provide high-quality care in our modern, luxurious solo and dual occupancy homes for children and young people under 18. Our homes are based across Somerset and supported by our friendly head office and training hub at Prockters Farm, West Monkton, Taunton.

What You’ll Do

As a Residential Support Worker, you’ll:

• Support young people to feel safe, cared for, and inspired
  
• Help build independence, confidence, and life skills
  
• Encourage access to education, activities, and hobbies
  
• Be a role model and positive influence
  
• Create lasting memories through fun, play, and family-style experiences.
  

Salary Information

£31,199.19 (approx. £12.72/hour incl. sleep-ins) – without NVQ Level 3/4

£33,176.33 (approx. £13.72/hour incl. sleep-ins) – with NVQ Level 3/4

(Based on average 162 hours per month)

Please note:

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (child & adult workforce, barred list).

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Apply Now

Make a real difference. Build a rewarding career.

Become part of the Empower Family Group.

[e-mail]

www.empowerfamily.co.uk

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Caring, resilient, and motivated team players
  
• Experience in Residential Childcare (preferred but not essential)
  
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Residential Childcare or willingness to work toward it
  
• Full UK Driving Licence
  
• Right to work in the UK
  
• Aged 21+ (legal requirement for residential care roles)
  

All training provided – including a full induction and ongoing development.

Benefits

What You’ll Get

• A child-focused, supportive team environment
  
• Training & development opportunities
  
• Free meals on shift
  
• Free parking
  
• Blue Light Card access
  
• Company pension
  
• Regular team events – BBQs, socials, and more!
  

Additional Requirements

Essential:
· Communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire young people
· Ability to deliver a wide variety of programmes that support the development of young people
· Ability to work on your own initiative
· Experience of working with young people
Desirable:
· Forest School Qualification
· Orienteering Qualification
· Agricultural equine Qualification
· Level 2 Coaching Paddle Sports Certificate
· Youth Work Qualification
· Walking Group Leaders Award
· An understanding of outdoor education processes, health and safety, child protection, risk assessments and the importance of risk assessing to enable rather than restrict
· Experience of positively engaging young people from challenging backgrounds, including young people with disabilities.
· Experience of coaching outdoor sessions

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.