Children's Residential Support Worker

Witherslack Group; Grange-Over-Sands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider in special education and care as a Residential Support Worker. You'll support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, ensuring their daily routines run smoothly while creating lasting memories. This rewarding role offers competitive salary, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career progression within a diverse and supportive environment.

Benefits

7 weeks' holiday annually

GBP1,000 referral bonus

GBP80 per sleep-in

GBP1,400 Attendance Allowance

Comprehensive training

Access to wellbeing tools

Medical cover reimbursements

Meals provided during shifts

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary, but care and empathy are essential.
• Support in obtaining Level 3 Diploma if not held.

Responsibilities

• Care for young people daily, ensuring routines run smoothly.
• Assist with homework and plan activities.
• Engage in fun activities during evenings and weekends.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team spirit

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

GBP33,374 - GBP39,542 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep-ins per month

Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's daily life, supporting them through their highs and lows. Our support workers help young people regain their childhood and develop into well-rounded adults, making this a truly rewarding role. Challenges will arise, but so will small victories that feel like huge achievements.

Our homes serve young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We aim to create the best outcomes for those in our care. Our support workers find fulfillment in making positive impacts, no matter how small, and we celebrate these moments.

Check out this video on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like.

Get out what you put in

You will care for our young people daily, ensuring routines run smoothly and creating lasting memories. Responsibilities include helping them get ready for school, assisting with homework, completing paperwork, and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun—playing Xbox, football, watching films, or go-karting. Working here is engaging and meaningful. It's about understanding each young person's needs, personality, and potential, guiding them toward a positive future.

What we do for you

We recognize your dedication and reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Salary: Base salary of GBP28,134 - GBP34,302
• Bonuses: Up to 4 sleep-ins per month paid at GBP80 per sleep (approx. GBP3,840 per year) and GBP1,400 Attendance Allowance for good attendance
• Training: A comprehensive 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday annually
• Progression: Opportunities for promotion from within and participation in our 'Aspire' future managers programme
• Flexible benefits: Options to adjust holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• Meals: Provided during shifts
• Facilities: Modern, well-equipped working environments
• Referral bonus: GBP1,000 for each successful referral

Bring your whole self to work

At Witherslack Group, we celebrate diversity as it enriches our team and benefits the young people we support. No prior experience is necessary, but we look for:

• A positive, proactive attitude and team spirit
• Genuine care, honesty, and empathy
• Resilience to handle challenging situations
• A full UK driving license held for at least 12 months
• If you lack a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we will support you in obtaining it

Start your career as a Residential Support Worker through our 'Care Academy'—4 weeks of training with experienced professionals to prepare you for supporting young people.

Join the UK's leading provider in special education and care

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The role requires an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online screening. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

For more details, including the full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy, click here.

Keywords: Children's Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Care Worker, Career in Care, Working with Children, SEMH