Children's Residential Support Worker

Insight Care Group; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-ins bonus

Bonus scheme

Career development

Wellbeing program

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Discount programs

Job summary

Insight Care Group is seeking a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker in Cradley Heath. You will contribute to a warm, supportive home for children with complex emotional needs, following a therapeutic PACE approach.

The role includes developing care plans, delivering activities, and collaborating with families and professionals to promote safety and growth. The position offers a competitive hourly rate with sleep-ins, bonus potential, extensive training, and wellbeing benefits as part

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in residential care.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, well-being and development of children.
• Empathetic and resilient nature.
• Full UK manual driving licence (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Act as a positive role model for children and colleagues in a therapeutic setting.
• Support with life skills, independence and personal development through activities.
• Assist in developing and updating personalised care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and Ofsted regulatory compliance are followed.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and external agencies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Education

Level 4 in Residential Childcare

Job description

About The Role

Are you passionate about supporting children with complex emotional needs? How would you like to join an up-and-coming company as a Children's Residential Support Worker?

Job Title: Children's Residential Support Worker

Location: Cradley Heath, B64

Estimated total package: £31,900 - £33,900 (based on 2 sleep-ins per month)

Bonus Scheme: Up to £3000 per annum in performance-based bonuses

Enhanced Overtime: +£1.70 per hour

Hours: Full time, up to 40 hours per week (+ sleeps required)

Shift pattern: 7:30-21:30, 2 on 3 off (flexibility required)

Why join Insight Care Group?

Insight Care Group are a specialist provider of residential children's homes for children with learning disabilities, autism, complex behaviour, sensory and communication needs, attachment and trauma responses, and mental health needs. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, grow, and develop their independence. Led by a therapeutic PACE approach, our organisation is committed to providing the best possible opportunities for the children across our Ofsted regulated children’s homes.

The home will be registered to care for young people with complex emotional needs. It offers a warm, spacious and welcoming environment, with comfortable bedrooms and a balance of shared spaces and quieter areas for rest, regulation and privacy.

The Registered Manager is incredibly experienced and has a great track record for outcomes for children, having been described by Ofsted as ‘diligent’ and ‘passionate’. There will be plenty of opportunity to learn, develop and grow as a practitioner within this exceptional home.

What will you receive?

Basic pay: £13.30 - £14.30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus £50 per sleep-in

Estimated package: Earn up to £32,900 per annum, based on 2 sleep-ins per month

Enhanced Overtime Rate: An additional +£2.20 per hour over your contracted hours

Additional Staff Bonuses: Opportunity for the whole staff team to earn up to £3000 each, based on performance!

Training & Development: Enrolment onto a fully funded Level 4 in Residential Childcare qualification, paid induction program, and continuous training opportunities, including the therapeutic ‘PACE’ approach, and a realistic pathway to management with opportunity to complete a Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare!

Wellbeing & Recognition: Access to six free counselling sessions, Employee Wellbeing Program hosted via Wisdom, access to an online GP via Livi, a £25 voucher on your birthday, Employee of the Month rewards, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card!

Holidays & Leave: 5.6 weeks (28 days) of paid annual leave, including bank holidays.

Additional Benefits: earn up to £500 per referral with our Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Bright Exchange program discounts, and more!

What will you do?

As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding therapeutic care, and creating a safe, stimulating environment for children at all times. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Being a role model: Act as a positive role model for young people and colleagues, provide guidance and support to young people in order to create a safe and happy environment for everyone at Insight Care.
• Supporting Young People: Act as a key worker, promote life skills, independence, and personal development. Plan and participate in engaging activities and educational programs.
• Care Planning: Support with the development and updating of personalised care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans to meet the needs and goals of each child, with a keen focus on their views, wishes, and feelings. Experience using ClearCare is preferred, but not essential.
• Safeguarding & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safeguarding policies and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards.
• Communication: Build strong relationships with children, families, and external agencies to ensure unrivalled holistic care for young people.

What will you need?

• Experience working with young people in a residential care setting.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to the safety, well‑being, and development of children.
• An empathetic and resilient nature.
• Full Manual UK Driving Licence (preferred).

If you have any questions about the role, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 07955203358 – we would love to hear from you.

About Us

Insight Care Group are a specialist provider of residential children's homes for children with learning disabilities, autism, complex behaviour, sensory and communication needs, attachment and trauma responses, and mental health needs. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, grow, and develop their independence. Led by a therapeutic PACE approach, our organisation is committed to providing the best possible opportunities for the children across our Ofsted regulated children’s homes.