Childrens Residential Support Worker

Cambian Group; Brownhills; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in Brownhills is seeking enthusiastic residential care workers to foster a warm environment for children and young people. Responsibilities include providing emotional support, assisting with educational pursuits, and encouraging community engagement. The role offers comprehensive training, with shifts ranging from 2-3 times per week and additional pay for sleep-in shifts. Join us to make a real difference in the lives of young individuals.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Enhanced DBS covered

Additional payment for sleep-ins

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Full UK driving licence is preferable.
• No prior experience necessary, but a commitment to working with young people is required.
• Training is provided before starting.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support during challenging times.
• Assist young people in achieving their goals.
• Encourage community engagement and social activities.

Skills

Emotional support

Adaptability

Communication

Community engagement

Education

NVQ Level 4 in children and young people's workforce

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for enthusiastic residential care workers to join our amazing team, building strong relationships and fostering a warm, supportive, and rewarding environment for the children and young people in our care. No two days are the same in this dynamic and fulfilling role! From planning engaging activities and providing one‑on‑one support to accompanying young people on off‑site trips, each day presents new challenges and opportunities. As a residential care worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible, and skilled at reading situations to help guide young people towards making positive choices. For this role, whilst experience is preferred it is not necessary – if you have a positive, can‑do attitude and the passion to make a real, meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people, then this is the perfect role for you!

Responsibilities

• Providing emotional support during challenging times
• Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
• Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
• Empowering young people to actively participate in decision‑making about their lives and future
• Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
• Encouraging community engagement, attending off‑site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
• Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning, shopping etc.)

Requirements

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
• Full UK driving licence preferable but not essential
• No prior experience necessary – only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• NVQ Level 4 in children and young people’s workforce
• Full two weeks of paid training before starting the role
• Overtime rate of 1.25×

Shift Patterns

• 2–3 shifts per week on a full‑time basis
• Sleep‑ins are mandatory; £30 additional payment per sleep‑in shift (on a full‑time basis this could amount to £3,600 per year, based on 10 sleep‑ins per month)
• Enhanced DBS covered
• Comprehensive induction and training provided
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance