Children’s Residential Support Worker

Unique Care Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in pay

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Private GP appointments

Podiatry appointments

Additional annual leave

Discretionary Christmas bonus

Company pension

Job summary

Unique Care Group is seeking a compassionate Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our team in Shrewsbury. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care to children and young people with autism, SEND, and complex needs, helping them feel safe and build independence.

The role is permanent with guaranteed contracted hours, offering ongoing training, career development and a range of employee benefits, including paid inductions, sleep-in shift pay and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Must have a full, valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to children/young people with autism, SEND, learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Help children/young people feel safe, build independence and live fulfilling lives.
• Deliver care in a compassionate, reliable and professional manner within the residential setting.

Skills

Childcare

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Children’s Residential Support Worker

Pay: £29,064.00- £30,102.00

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire (SY12)

Contract: 173 hours per month, averaging 40 hours per week.

• Applicants must hold a minimum Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and possess a full, valid UK driving licence.

About the role

Unique Care Group are looking for a compassionate, reliable and dedicated Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our growing team in Shrewsbury.

You’ll provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to children and young people with autism, SEND, learning disabilities and complex needs, helping them feel safe, develop their independence and live happy, fulfilling lives.

This is a permanent position with guaranteed contracted hours, offering job security, ongoing training career development and a range of employee benefits.

Make a difference. Change a young life.

What We Offer – Grow, Develop & Make a Difference

• Permanent employment with guaranteed contracted hours
• Paid induction and specialist training
• Funded qualifications
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Monthly rota planning
• £62 payment for every sleep-in shift
• The opportunity to build a rewarding career in children’s residential care

Our Benefits – More Than Just a Job

• Refer-a-Friend bonus of up to £1,000* - you refer, we reward
• Blue Light Card – access to discounts at hundreds of retailers and services
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – confidential support for your wellbeing
• Private GP appointments – quick and convenient access to medical professionals
• Podiatry appointments – access to professional foot care
• Additional annual leave – earn extra leave for each completed year of service*
• Discretionary annual Christmas bonus – get rewarded for your years hard work.
• Company pension

Invest in Your Future with Us

We’re committed to promoting from within. Every current Deputy Manager and Registered Manager at Unique Care Group has progressed internally.

You’ll receive the training, qualifications and support you need to build a rewarding long-term career.

About Us

Unique Care Group is a specialist provider of residential care and tailored education for children and young people aged 5 to 18 with complex needs, learning disabilities, autism (ASC), ADHD, and sensory processing difficulties. We’re proud to be an Outstanding Ofsted-rated provider with small, therapeutic homes and supportive leadership.

Our specialist services include:

• SEND school
• Forest school
• Animal therapy
• In-house therapeutic support

Important: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship. The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check