Mental Health Support worker Days

TN United Kingdom; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Residential Support Workers in Newmarket to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. This full-time role offers competitive hourly rates and numerous benefits, including paid annual leave and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will be caring individuals who can foster a supportive environment, handle challenging situations with calmness, and actively listen to the needs of the children. Join a dedicated team that values genuine connections and strives to help young people reach their potential.

Benefits

236 hours of paid annual leave

Refer-a-friend scheme

Workplace pension scheme

Paid overtime at x1.25

Fully paid 10-day induction course

Enhanced DBS check paid

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old due to Ofsted regulations.
• No prior experience is required.
• Driving is essential due to home locations.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in a residential setting.
• Create a family environment and promote positive interactions.
• Manage long shifts and sleep-ins as required.

Skills

Caring and Compassionate

Active Listening

Calm in Challenging Situations

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce

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Newmarket, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential.

As we celebrate the successful opening of our 4th home at Merida, we are now looking at the 5th home. An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Newmarket-based children’s homes for Residential Support Workers! We are seeking a caring and compassionate individual with a desire to help children and young people, making a positive difference in their lives.

We offer full-time contracts with an hourly rate of £12.69 - £13.31 for daytime shifts (8 am - 8:30 pm), along with 236 hours of paid annual leave per year.

Higher rates of pay are available for Team Leader and Deputy Manager positions. You will receive a monthly rota. This is a 365-day-a-year role, including Christmas, New Year, and all holidays, which is especially meaningful when celebrating with the children!

Shifts involve long hours and sleep-ins (which are essential), with hours varying depending on the home location.

You must be at least 21 years old due to Ofsted regulations. Driving is essential because of the location of the homes. No prior experience is required.

Additional benefits include a refer-a-friend scheme, enrolment in a workplace pension scheme after three months, opportunities for progression within the company, paid overtime at x1.25, a fully paid 10-day induction course, and an enhanced DBS check paid for by Cambian Group. After a six-month probation, you can enroll in NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce.

We value genuine, caring individuals who can create a family environment for our children. If you are calm in challenging situations, offer advice, listen actively, and show unconditional positive regard, we want to hear from you!