Children's Support Worker

Vetro Recruitment; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Annual leave 28 days

Training & qualifications

Pension & life assurance

Maternity/Paternity pay

Discounts

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is assisting a leading residential childcare provider near Kidlington, Oxfordshire, to recruit a Residential Support Worker. You will care for children and young people aged 8–18 in a warm, supportive setting, working on a rota with long days and sleep-ins to ensure safety and wellbeing.

No specific qualifications are required; a passion for caring is essential. A Full UK Driving Licence is required, and an enhanced DBS check will be completed.

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required; however, a passion for caring and supporting young people is essential.
• Experience working with children or in a care environment is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required to support transport needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, with an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Providing compassionate care and support to children aged 8-18 in a residential setting.
• Working on a rota with shifts including long days and sleep-ins, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people.
• Building trusting relationships and promoting positive behaviour through engaging activities and support.
• Collaborating with the team and managers to deliver high standards of care and support tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title

Residential Support Worker

Location

Kidlington, Oxfordshire, South East England / Oxfordshire / OX5 Postcode Area

Salary

£31,493 to £34,495 (Inclusive of sleep-ins)

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

Our client, a leading provider of residential childcare services, is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join their team near Kidlington, Oxfordshire. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, helping children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing compassionate care and support to children aged 8-18 in a residential setting.
• Working on a rota with shifts including long days and sleep-ins, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people.
• Building trusting relationships and promoting positive behaviour through engaging activities and support.
• Collaborating with the team and managers to deliver high standards of care and support tailored to individual needs.

Requirements & Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required; however, a passion for caring and supporting young people is essential.
• Experience working with children or in a care environment is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required to support transport needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, with an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Sleep-in allowance of approximately £3,000 - £6,000 annually, with around 6-8 sleep-ins per month.
• 28 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Fully funded training and vocational qualifications to support career development.
• Enrolment into the Pension Scheme and life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, plus access to discounts at cinemas, restaurants, and retail outlets.
• Paid for enhanced DBS check.
• Supportive team environment committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit alone.