Children's Residential Support Worker

The Witherslack Group; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring youth organization in Nuneaton is looking for dedicated staff to support young people in their daily activities, help with schoolwork, and organize fun events. The role requires a genuine care for youth, resilience in challenging situations, and a 'can do' attitude. Successful candidates will receive competitive pay along with professional development during an initial four-week training course. Benefits include substantial holiday, flexible perks, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Holiday allowance

Employee assistance

Medical cover

High-street discounts

Meals provided

Referral bonus of £1,000

Qualifications

• Genuine care for young people, honest and empathetic approach.
• Effective teamwork with a willingness to assist others.
• Ability to manage challenging situations with resilience.

Responsibilities

• Take care of young people day to day.
• Help young people prepare for school and complete homework.
• Organise fun activities on evenings and weekends.
• Support young people towards their personal goals.

Skills

Team player

Empathy

Resilience

Can do attitude

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Overview

£34,274 - £40,640 base salary assuming good attendance, up to 4 sleep‑ins per month.

Job Responsibilities

• Take care of young people day to day, ensuring things run smoothly.
• Help them prepare for school and complete homework.
• Complete paperwork and plan activities.
• Organise evenings and weekends fun activities such as video games, football, film day or go‑karts.
• Support young people to tap into their needs, personality and potential, guiding them toward a positive future.

What we do for you

Salary: £34,274 – £40,640 base, plus up to 4 sleep‑ins per month at £80 each and £1,400 attendance allowance.

Training: 4‑week induction on our Care Academy.

Holiday: 7 weeks.

Progression: Most team leaders and managers promoted from within; join Aspire programme for future managers.

Flexible benefits package: Adjust holiday allowance, pension, life insurance.

Wellbeing: employee assistance, medical cover, high‑street discounts.

Meals provided while at work.

Friend scheme: £1,000 bonus for each referral.

What we look for

• A 'can do' attitude and team player who rolls up sleeves to help others.
• Genuine care for young people, honesty and empathy.
• Resilience to deal with challenging situations.
• Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to study – we will pay and support you.

Training and Progression

Four weeks off‑the‑job Care Academy training with experienced WG professionals to feel confident and ready to support our young people.

Background check

Enhanced DBS check with cost covered and online search.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.