Childrens Residential Support Worker

CareTech Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Shrewsbury is seeking enthusiastic residential care workers to join their team, working to build supportive relationships with children and young people. The role offers £14.00 - £14.50 per hour plus additional pay for sleep-in shifts. Applicants should be 21 years or older and have a commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of youth. Training and a flexible work schedule are provided.

Benefits

Paid training

Flexible shifts with excellent work/life balance

Additional payment for sleep-in shifts

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old.
• Full UK driving license preferable but not essential.
• No prior experience necessary, only commitment to working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support during challenging times.
• Foster ambition in young people and assist in achieving their goals.
• Empower young people to participate in decision-making about their lives.

Skills

Compassionate

Adaptability

Ability to provide emotional support

Commitment to youth development

Job description

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a compassionate and dedicated person seeking an exciting career in residential care? Do you have the passion and drive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people?

We are looking for enthusiastic residential care workers to join our amazing team, building strong relationships and fostering a warm, supportive, and rewarding environment to 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!

What We Offer:

£14.00 - £14.50 per hour (dependant on experience) PLUS an additional £30 per sleep in
A full two weeks of paid training before starting the role
Overtime rate of x1.25

Our Shift Patterns:

2 – 3 shifts per week on a full-time basis
Our shift patterns are 2 days in, 4 days off – sleep ins are mandatory.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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.)

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
• Full UK driving license preferable but not essential
• No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
• Must have availability for sleep-in shifts
• £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
• Enhanced DBS covered
• Comprehensive induction and training provided
• 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
• Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career journey with us!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a thorough background check.

Join our team and help shape brighter futures!