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Square Logik LTD; Whittlesey; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded mandatory training

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Induction and integration plan

Job summary

Square Logik LTD in Whittlesey is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a children's residential home. This full-time role offers day and night shifts, with 36 hours minimum per week and optional 42–48 hours, providing a meaningful career in care.

You will work with children, ensuring safety, forming relationships, and supporting daily activities. A clean UK driving license is required; training is provided; this is a great opportunity for career progression within a compassionate team.

Qualifications

• Must have a clean, full UK driver’s license.
• Experience working in children’s services or related field preferred.
• Passionate about delivering high‑quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Develop structured timetables, setting boundaries and expectations.
• Assist with daily activities, including washing, dressing, meal preparation, and feeding when necessary.
• Perform household tasks such as shopping, laundry, cooking, and cleaning.
• Monitor children’s health and wellbeing, recording any concerns.
• Ensure the administration of prescribed medications.
• Support mental and physical wellbeing through engaging activities.
• Work collaboratively with social care and healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care.

Skills

Driving license

Childcare experience

Care quality oriented

Job description

Job Title: Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home

| min 36h p/week | optional 42-48h | 15 hours shifts | Available day and night shifts | Full-time Contract | No sponsorships available | UK driving license required | Free training included | Good induction and integration plan | Excellent team | Excellent support | Career options and opportunities |

Introduction:

We are looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join a well-established home and a compassionate team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while developing your career in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care and support to children and young people in a residential setting.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Develop structured timetables, setting boundaries and expectations.
• Assist with daily activities, including washing, dressing, meal preparation, and feeding when necessary.
• Perform household tasks such as shopping, laundry, cooking, and cleaning.
• Monitor children’s health and wellbeing, recording any concerns.
• Ensure the administration of prescribed medications.
• Support mental and physical wellbeing through engaging activities.
• Work collaboratively with social care and healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care.

What’s on Offer:

• Permanent contract with full-time hours.
• Funded mandatory training.
• Opportunity to take part in bespoke training and gain qualifications relevant to your role.
• Access to Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Years of Service Award.
• Access to a Mental Health First Aider.
• Excellent career growth and development opportunities.
• Pension Scheme (3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution).

Candidate Requirements:

• Must have a clean, full UK driver’s license.
• Experience working in children’s services or a related field is preferable.
• Passionate about providing high-quality care and support to children.

Inclusivity Statement:

We are proud to support diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including BAME, LGBTQ+, and disabled individuals. We only work with partners who have a proven record of advocating for inclusivity and equal opportunities in the workplace.

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