Empowering Children's Residential Care Worker

The Witherslack Group; Fir Tree; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 sleep-ins per month

Attendance Allowance

4-week induction

7 weeks holiday

Aspire future managers programme

Meals provided

Employee wellbeing resources

Recommend a friend £1000 bonus

Job summary

The Witherslack Group is hiring a Residential Support Worker to assist young people with complex needs in our care homes. You will join the Care Academy for four weeks of training and begin supporting children and families in a structured, supportive environment.

Salary ranges from £35,232 to £41,808 with up to four sleep-ins per month. We offer induction, extensive benefits, and opportunities for progression within the group.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is preferred or you will be supported to study.

Responsibilities

• Support our young people in residential care, promoting safety and well-being.
• Join the Care Academy with 4 weeks of off the job training to build confidence.
• Engage with families, care teams and other professionals to provide quality care.
• Ensure consistent routines, documentation and safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

Can do attitude

Team player

Honesty and empathy

Resilience

Driving licence

Willing to study Level 3 Diploma

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

The Witherslack Group is hiring a Residential Support Worker to assist young people with complex needs in our care homes. You will join the Care Academy for four weeks of training and begin supporting children and families in a structured, supportive environment.

Salary ranges from £35,232 to £41,808 with up to four sleep-ins per month. We offer induction, extensive benefits, and opportunities for progression within the group.