Childrens Residential Support Worker

The Witherslack Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special education provider in the UK is seeking a Residential Support Worker in Oxford, England. This role involves supporting young people in their daily lives, enhancing their childhood experiences, and contributing to their development. Ideal candidates will have a caring attitude, resilience, and a driving license. Benefits include competitive salary, extensive holidays, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

7 weeks' holiday

Wellbeing tools and advice

Meals provided at work

Recommend-a-friend scheme with bonuses

Qualifications

• Team player who helps others.
• Caring attitude towards young people.
• Ability to manage challenging situations.
• Must hold a driving licence for at least 12 months.
• Willingness to undertake a Diploma in Residential Childcare if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in their day-to-day life.
• Ensure children are ready for school and assist with homework.
• Plan activities and provide enjoyable experiences during evenings and weekends.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Honesty and empathy

Resilience in challenging situations

Full UK driving licence

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

About the Role

You'll start life as a Residential Support Worker (RSW) by joining our Care Academy – a 4‑week off‑the‑job training program with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people.

We are the UK's best special education and care provider at Witherslack Group. Inclusion is part of who we are. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and truly belongs. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion difference – especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible.

If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we're better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• A can‑do attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
• We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must
• The resilience to deal with challenging situations
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) – if you don't have one, we'll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way

Responsibilities

Working in our Children's Homes means being part of a young person's day‑to‑day life. You will be there for the highest highs and lowest lows, supporting them to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well‑rounded adults. Your day will involve ensuring they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork, planning activities, and providing fun evenings and weekends (Xbox, football, film days, go‑karts).

Benefits

• Salary: £29,034 – £35,400 (Full Time); £36,274 – £42,640 assuming good attendance and up to 4 sleep‑ins per month
• Bonuses: Up to 4 sleep‑ins per month (£80 each, approx. £3,840 per year); £1,400 Attendance Allowance; £2,000 Regional Allowance; £1,000 Welcome Bonus (on successful completion of probation); £1,000 Loyalty Bonus (after 12 months)
• Training: Full 4‑week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday
• Progression: Opportunities to move into team leader or manager roles, and join the Aspire future managers programme
• Flexible benefits package: Adjustable holiday allowance, pension and life insurance; check out our benefits here
• Wellbeing: Host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance and medical cover to claim back optician or dentist costs, plus high‑street discounts
• Meals provided while you're at work
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
• Recommend‑a‑friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus each time

Bring your whole‑self to work.

Location & Salary

Oxford, England – Full Time

Base salary: £29,034 – £35,400

With good attendance and up to 4 sleep‑ins per month it could grow to £36,274 – £42,640.